Figure 217 (left). Stream erosion on inclined strata-Colorado Plateau, central Utah.

A sequence of tilted sedimentary rocks commonly exposes formations which become eroded
in a variety of ways. In arid regions sandstone and limestone a r e usually hard and resistant,
whereas shale is weak and easily eroded.

Figure 217 (right).

Problems

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1. What type of rock would tend to develop the most intricate system of tributaries?
2. Make a sketch map showing how the plateau will appear in the future.

3. Make a geologic map of the area. Show dip and strike symbols for the major formations and

for the major joint systems.