G1 - Global Tectonics and Geological Structures

June 1998*
1. Define and illustrate the terms used to describe a normal fault. Give an illustrated account of the various categories of faults that show vertical and horizontal movement.
2. Describe the evidence that has been used by geologists to support the theory of sea-floor spreading.

January 1998
1. Explain the layered structure of the Earth using evidence from seismic activity, density data and meteorites.
2. Describe and illustrate the structures produced by (a) compressional forces and (b) tensional forces.

June 1997
1. Describe the frequency, origin, depth and distribution of earthquakes at mid-ocean ridges, ocean basins, subduction zones and continental shields.
2. Give an illustrated account of the various categories of faults, explaining their origin. Describe the features commonly found along fault zones.

1996 - G1 specimen paper
1. What structural features indicate that a series of beds have been......

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