Relative Dating

Question 1 of 15 • SC-Earth Science Modified for FSD3

Which statement about how geologists study the ages of rock layers is true?

Answer

The law of superposition means that older rocks are on top.

Geologists can find the exact age of a rock by looking at its relative position.

The principle of original horizontality provides the basis for the law of superposition.

Relative age can be determined by using the concept of unconformity.

Assignment

Fossils

Fossils

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Question 1 of 15 • SC-Earth Science Modified for FSD3

Answer

The law of superposition means that older rocks are on top.

Geologists can find the exact age of a rock by looking at its relative position.

The principle of original horizontality provides the basis for the law of superposition.

Relative age can be determined by using the concept of unconformity.

Assignment

Fossils

Fossils