Relative Dating Review

What is the oldest layer in the Geologic Cross Section?

• R

• A

• D

• H

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

What principle of relative dating did you use to determine the oldest layer in the previous question?

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Which of the following is the best description for R in the geologic cross section?

• Limestone

• Shale

• Igneous Intrusion

• Metamorphic Rock

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

What principle of relative dating would be applied to interpret why layers B and K are separated by a gap in time?

• Crosscutting Relationships

• Superposition

• Principle of Lateral Continuity

• Unconformity

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

The rocks found in layer R are ________________, and are ________________ than R.

• Inclusion, older

• Inclusion, younger

• Intrusion, older

• Intrusion, younger

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4