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Photogeologic fracture trace study in Northern part of the Kashmir valley

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Photogeological fracture traces were analysed in the Sopur area, North Kashmir valley.

Azimuthal frequency diagram of the fracture traces show two preferred fracture trends indicating joint or fault pattern caused by tension.

The study revealed a homoclinal structure beneath the valley alluvium.

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  1. Oil & Natural Gas Commission, Dehra Dun

    P. V. L. P. Babu

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Babu, P.V.L.P. Photogeologic fracture trace study in Northern part of the Kashmir valley. Journ. Ind. Soc. Photo-int. 2, 29–32 (1974). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02994523

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