Horsts and Grabens Model
Product Code : JA-ERAM-4412
The Horsts and Grabens Model (SKU JA-ERAM-4412) is a structural geology model of the blocks that lie between normal faults. A horst is a block pushed upward by the faulting, and a graben is a block that has dropped down between faults, forming a trough. Together they explain block mountains and rift valleys. JaincoLab makes this fault-block model for school geography and college geology teaching, together with its normal and reverse fault models.
Specifications
The model represents horst and graben blocks between normal faults, as described below; size, material, base and colouring are not stated in the listing and are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Horsts and Grabens Model |
| SKU | JA-ERAM-4412 |
| Type | Structural geology model, fault blocks |
| Blocks shown | Horst (raised block) and graben (dropped block) |
| Faulting | Blocks lying between normal faults |
Applications of the horsts and grabens model
The model is used to teach how normal faulting splits the crust into blocks, with raised horsts forming block mountains and sunken grabens forming rift valleys.
- Faulting and landforms lessons in school geography
- Rift valleys and block mountains topics
- Structural geology practicals in B.Sc geology
- Comparing fault models and fault-block landforms
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers one horsts and grabens model. Size, material, base, colouring and labelling are confirmed on the quotation. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation.
Minimum order quantity, lead time and packing are confirmed on each quotation for the number of models and the delivery destination. School, college and tender quantities are supplied.
Frequently asked questions
What is a horst?
A block of crust pushed upward by faulting, standing higher than the blocks on either side.
What is a graben?
A block of crust that has dropped down between faults, forming a trough.
Which faults bound horsts and grabens?
Normal faults, which form where the crust is under tension.
Related products
This model is listed in the JaincoLab earth science models range.
Request a quote
To order the Horsts and Grabens Model, send the number of models and delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected], quoting SKU JA-ERAM-4412. For tender or project supply, see our tenders page.
