What type of fault is the Conley Spring fault in the northwestern part of the qu

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What type of fault is the Conley Spring fault in the northwestern part of the quadrangle? Normal Left-lateral strike slip Right-lateral strike slip Order the following events from oldest (6) to youngest (1). Region was subjected to compressive stresses as evidenced by the reverse faults that formed. This was also a period of intrusions (Laramide plutons) This time period featured a terrestrial and shallow marine environment at which time the Troy Quartzite was deposited. Additionally, the Martin and Escabrosa Limestones were deposited. Terrestrial environment, indicated by sand and gravel During this time period the Naco Limestone was deposited, which indicates a marine environment. During the time there is evidence for both marine and terrestrial environments. These units were later metamorphosed. In addition to marine and terrestrial rocks, diabase was also deposited. Terrestrial environment, indicated by valley- and channel-deposited conglomerates. In addition, this time period featured explosive volcanism and normal faulting.

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What type of fault is the conley spring fault in the northern part of the quadrangle

Answer is : Left-lateral strike slip

A left-lateral fault sense across the northwest part.

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