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The Earth's History — Test

Question 3 • Earth and Space Science

How does the iridium layer help geologists correlate rock layers across different locations?

Answer
A
Because of its unique properties, it is a key bed that can be easily identified in many locations worldwide.
B
The presence of this layer proves that all living organisms died during the impact, and new types of organisms appeared in their place.
C
It can be used as a key bed because it is very thick and is surrounded by the same rock type in all locations.
D
It is the only layer that contains fossils of both dinosaurs and mammals in all of these locations.
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