What type of structure is shown in this figure?
A)horizontal anticline
B)horizontal syncline
C)plunging anticline
D)plunging syncline
E)asymmetric anticline

Question

What type of structure is shown in this figure? 
A)horizontal anticline 
B)horizontal syncline 
C)plunging anticline 
D)plunging syncline 
E)asymmetric anticline

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The figure shows layers of rock that are dipping down to the left and then back up to the right, creating a "U" shape. This is characteristic of a horizontal syncline, where the layers of rock are downfolded in a trough-like shape.

What Type of Structure Is Shown in This Figure