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← GeographyWhich outcome occurs when differential slip exceeds friction limits on strike-slip faults traversing sedimentary strata?
A)Formation of fault-bend fold mountains✓
B)Activation of deep mantle plumes
C)Episodic, shallow crustal earthquakes
D)Widespread effusive basalt eruptions
💡 Explanation
Formation of fault-bend folds along reactivated strike-slip faults occurs because ductile deformation within sedimentary layers allows progressive bending rather than brittle fracture. Therefore, uplift arises rather than abrupt releases, because episodic slip at depth is inhibited.
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