Quiz Geologic Time Scale
Authored by Danalyn Barretto
Science
9th - 12th Grade
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1.
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What process refers to determining the age of rocks?
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How is the age of rocks determined using relative dating? (By their ______ within strata)
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Identify the principle of stratigraphy being described: "The oldest rocks in the Grand Canyon are at the base." (Principle of_____)
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Which principle states that sediments are originally deposited in horizontal layers? (Principle of_____)
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Each major layer of sedimentary rock in the Grand Canyon contains different types of fossils. What principle does this illustrate? (Principle of_____)
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What characteristic defines an index fossil? (Widespread, ______, and populous)
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How is the age of rocks determined using absolute dating? (By measuring the amount of_______)
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