Faults on which the dominant forces are extensional are recognized by the separation of the pulled-apart rock layers in a zone of omission.These are ____________.
A)reverse faults
B)thrust faults
C)transform faults
D)strike-slip faults
E)normal faults

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Normal faults are caused by tensional forces that pull rocks apart, resulting in the hanging wall moving downward relative to the footwall. This leads to a clear separation of the rock layers in the zone of omission, making it easy to recognize.

Faults on Which the Dominant Forces Are Extensional Are Recognized