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Geological Society, London, Special Publications; 1969; v. 3; p. 23-41;
DOI: 10.1144/GSL.SP.1969.003.01.03
© 1969 Geological Society of London

Structural Analysis of Orogenic Belts

Some principles governing interpretation of structure in the Rocky Mountain orogenic belt

F. G. Fox, B.Sc. M.Sc. Ph.D.

Triad Oil Company Limited, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Any interpretation of the structure of an orogenic belt must be based upon detailed geological maps of the belt or large areas of it, together with sufficient stratigraphical data for sections to be constructed projecting the structure observable at the surface to depth.

In making such structural interpretations a number of principles and ‘rules’ should be observed; some of these are outlined and their application illustrated with selected structural sections.