Chapter 7 Geologic Time Quiz

The age of a rock layer compared to the other rock layers around it is called

• Absolute Age
• Relative Age
• Comparative Age
• Layer Age

According to the Law of Superposition, if sedimentary rock layers are deposited in a time sequence, which layer is the oldest layer?

• The layer on top
• The layer on the bottom
• A middle layer
• A layer that crosses other layers

The rock formation labeled "P" is a(n)...

• fault
• intrusion
• inclusion
• unconformity

Letter "F" is a....

• inclusion
• intrusion
• fault
• unconformity 

Letter "A" is an....

• inclusion
• intrusion
• fault
• unconformity 

_{Which rock layer in the diagram seems to be the oldest?}

• F
• E
• B
• A

The statement that the oldest layer will be at the bottom in an undisturbed sequence of rock layers is called the Principle of ....

• Inclusions
• Unconformities
• Cross-Cutting Relationships
• Superposition

According to the law of superposition, which layer is the youngest?

• A
• B
• C

What is the order of the Superposition law layers?

• Oldest, Younger, Older
• Younger, Older, Oldest
• Older, Younger, Oldest 
• Older, Oldest, Younger 

Is this the Law of superposition?

• Yes
• No