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Simpson, Carol – Journal of Geological Education, 1986
Describes how mylonite samples can be used to determine the sense of shear. Several sample collection techniques are presented. Criteria for shear sense determination are outlined and discussed so that they can be recognized and interpreted by students familiar with the use of a compass and a petrographic microscope. (TW)
Descriptors: College Science, Earth Science, Force, Geology
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