Relative Dating and the Law of Superposition
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the Law of Superposition?
Back
The Law of Superposition states that in undisturbed rock layers, the oldest layers are at the bottom and the younger layers are at the top.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Where are the oldest rock layers found according to the Law of Superposition?
Back
The oldest rock layers are always at the bottom of the rock layers.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean if a rock layer contains a fossil?
Back
If a rock layer contains a fossil, it indicates that the layer is at least as old as the fossil, and it can help determine the relative age of the layer.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What can be used to determine the relative ages of rock layers?
Back
Fossils can be used to determine the relative ages of rock layers.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If a white layer contains a fossil, what can be inferred about its age compared to the layers above it?
Back
The white layer is older than the layers above it.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is relative dating in geology?
Back
Relative dating is a method used to determine the age of rocks and fossils in relation to one another, without determining their exact age.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an intrusion in geology?
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An intrusion is a body of igneous rock that forms when magma cools and solidifies beneath the Earth's surface.
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