Glossary of Mining Terms

 

    
   

Dip

 

A dip, or slip fault, is a geologic structure
that has dropped below its normal level.

A dip is always measured downwards.

A dip can also mean that the angle of a vein
structure or rock bed is inclined to the angle
of the horizon.

 

 

  
   
   

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