31 Domes and Basins (26/24) -- Physical Geology Laboratory

31 Domes and Basins Elizabeth Johnson Domes A dome is a circular structure in which the center is uplifted compared to its surroundings. The oldest layers are exposed in the center of the dome. 3D interactive model of Figure 30: http://app.visiblegeology.com/model.html#ahFzfnZpc2libGUtZ2VvbG9neXIPCxIFTW9kZWwYubrEmgEM Basins A basin is a circular structure in which the center is depressed compared to its surroundings. The youngest layers are exposed in the center of the dome. 3D interactive model of Figure 31: http://app.visiblegeology.com/model.html#ahFzfnZpc2libGUtZ2VvbG9neXIPCxIFTW9kZWwYyZGwoAEM Questions Question 18. Which map view in Figure 33 has the correct strike and dip symbols for a basin? - Map A - Map B - Map C