Differential movement on faults has produced uplifted blocks called ____ and down-dropped blocks called ____.
A)domes; basins
B)strike faults; dip faults
C)dip faults; strike faults
D)grabens; horsts
E)horsts; grabens

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Differential movement on faults can result in the formation of uplifted blocks known as horsts and down-dropped blocks known as grabens. This is a common feature in regions experiencing extensional tectonic forces.

Differential Movement on Faults Has Produced Uplifted Blocks Called ____