The change in volume or shape of an object that results from stress is called strain. The response of rocks to stress can be divided into - elastic response: rock returns to original shape - ductile or plastic response: permanent deformation without fracture; occurs above the so-called elastic limit
1. Interpret the geologic history of the Grand Canyon using the diagram below. List the events in order from the oldest (at the bottom of the page) to the youngest(at the top of the page). For each event describe the principle or observation you used