The distinction between joints and faults is that ________.
A) faults are joints that extend across an entire orogen
B) faults are fractures along which displacement has occurred; displacement does not occur along joints
C) joints are fractures along which displacement has occurred; displacement does not occur along faults
D) there is no distinction; the two terms are synonymous

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Joints are fractures that do not involve any significant displacement, whereas faults are fractures when displacement occurs. Therefore, faults and joints have different characteristics, and their meanings are not interchangeable.

The Distinction Between Joints and Faults Is That ________