Relative Dating
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Science
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8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the law of crosscutting state about the age of a fault?
Back
The fault is younger than the rocks it cuts through.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
According to the law of superposition, how can you determine the age of rock layers?
Back
The youngest layer is on top, and the oldest layer is at the bottom.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the order of the rock layers from youngest to oldest if the layers are A, D, C, B, E?
Back
A, D, C, B, E.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which is older: Layer E or Intrusion A?
Back
Intrusion A is older.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do sedimentary rocks typically form?
Back
Sedimentary rocks usually form horizontally.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the principle of original horizontality?
Back
Layers of sediment are originally deposited horizontally under the action of gravity.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the term 'strata' refer to in geology?
Back
Strata refers to layers of sedimentary rock or soil with internally consistent characteristics that distinguish them from other layers.
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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4
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