Question

In case of inclined beds, progressively younger beds occur along the directions of dip if:

• A. Dip \(<\) Slope
• B. Dip \(=\) Slope
• C. Dip \(>\) Slope
• D. Dip \(=\) or \(<\) Slope

Hint:

For inclined beds, age sequence in outcrop depends on the relation between dip of beds and topographic slope.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept:
In geological mapping, the relation between dip of beds and land slope helps in understanding the outcrop pattern and age sequence of beds.

Step 1: Understand inclined beds.
Inclined beds are sedimentary layers that are tilted from their original horizontal position.

Step 2: Relation between dip and slope.
When the dip of beds is greater than the slope of the land surface, the progressively younger beds appear in the direction of dip. \[ \text{Dip}>\text{Slope} \]

Step 3: Final answer.
Therefore, progressively younger beds occur along the direction of dip when: \[ \text{Dip}>\text{Slope} \] \[ \therefore \text{Correct Answer is (C)} \]