Question

which type of feature forms suddenly where intense compression deforms the rock in an area?
a. folded layers
b. reverse fault
c. normal fault
d. volcano

Explanation:

• Folded layers form gradually due to long - term compression, not suddenly.
• A reverse fault occurs suddenly when intense compression causes rocks to break and move. In a reverse fault, the hanging wall moves up relative to the footwall.
• A normal fault is caused by tensional forces (stretching), not compression.
• A volcano forms due to magma rising from the mantle, not just from rock deformation by compression.

Answer:

B. Reverse fault