Solveeit Logo

Question

Geology Question on Structural Geology

The maximum and minimum principal stresses in a zone of active normal faulting are 28 MPa and 8 MPa, respectively. The fault plane strikes N30°E and dips 60° towards SE. Considering Anderson's theory of faulting, the normal stress on the fault plane is _______MPa. (In integer)

Answer

The correct answer is: 13