Lesson: Folds Geology

In this lesson, we will learn to describe folds and their different types and highlight their geological and economic importance.

Lesson Plan

Students will be able to

define what a fold is and identify its structural elements and geological characteristics,
recognize and compare between the different types of folds,
identify the geological and economic importance of folds.

Q1:

Which type of rock are folds found in?

Q2:

Which structural element of a fold divides it in two?

Q3:

Which of the following statements about folds is correct?