SYNCLINALS

Noun

synclinals

plural of synclinal

Source: Wiktionary


SYNCLINAL

Syn*cli"nal, a. Etym: [Gr.

1. Inclined downward from opposite directions, so as to meet in a common point or line.

2. (Geol.)

Definition: Formed by strata dipping toward a common line or plane; as, a synclinal trough or valley; a synclinal fold; -- opposed to anticlinal.

Note: A downward flexure in the case of folded rocks makes a synclinal axis, and the alternating upward flexure an anticlinal axis.

Syn*cli"nal, n. (Geol.)

Definition: A synclinal fold.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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