Understanding Geologic Time Assessment

Understanding Geologic Time Assessment

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6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the Geologic Time Scale represent?

Back

The Geologic Time Scale represents major changes in flora (plants) and fauna (animals) over Earth's history.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the Law of Superposition?

Back

The Law of Superposition states that newer rock layers form on top of already existing layers, meaning older layers are at the bottom.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is absolute age in geology?

Back

Absolute age is the actual age of a geological feature or fossil, measured in years.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which layer is the oldest in a sequence of rock layers?

Back

The oldest layer is the one at the bottom of the sequence.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is relative age?

Back

Relative age is the age of an object in relation to other objects.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the Law of Inclusion state?

Back

The Law of Inclusion states that fragments of rock found within another rock are older than the rock that contains them.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of index fossils?

Back

Index fossils are fossils that show up in abundance in the same layer of Earth across many different regions, helping to determine the age of rock layers.

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