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Define structural geology

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Structural geology is the branch of geology that deals with the geometry, form, origin, and relationships of rock structures produced by crustal deformation, such as folds, faults, joints, and unconformities.

Define structural geology.

Structural geology is the branch of geology that deals with the study of the geometry, form, origin and relationships of rock structures produced by deformation of the earth's crust, such as folds, faults, joints and unconformities.

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