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The Formation of Tension Joints in Sedimentary Rocks: An Explanation

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  01 May 2009

D. W. Hobbs
D. W. Hobbs
Affiliation:
National Coal Board, Mining Research Establishment, Isleworth, Middlesex.
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Abstract

A simple theoretical explanation is given for the formation of systematic tension joints in sedimentary rocks. This theory shows that the frequency of occurrence of joints in a bed of rock is dependent upon the physical properties of the rock bed, the physical properties of the surrounding rock beds, the thickness of the rock bed, and the degree of tectonic deformation.

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Geological Magazine , Volume 104 , Issue 6 , December 1967 , pp. 550 - 556
Copyright
Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1967

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