According to the appearance on which nonuniformity of surface on the earth reflect deep structural nonuniformity
the paper studies the transverse structures
acrossing the Tianshan orogen
by morphostructural analysis based on NOAA AVHRR and LANDSAT MSS images. Formed in Variscan orogeny and due to multiperiodic activities
they appear to have diffuse belt and neotectonic feature
con sisting of series if tensional fractures and faults. Interpretation on image and geophysical survey suggest that they have deep seating and probably extend to lower-crust. More important
intersecting area of transverse structure and strike ones usually indicate the position of large metal deposit. Therefore
remote sensing survey of transverse structure is significance for prospecting metal deposits.