Layers of the Earth

The diagram above shows layers of sedimentary rock in the Earth’s crust. In which layer of rock should a scientist expect to find the oldest fossils?

• Layer M

• Layer N

• Layer O

• Layer P

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This picture shows layers of the earth and the fossils found in each. The youngest fossils would be found in-

• top layers of rock

• the middle rock layers

• the bottom layers of rock

• every layer

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This diagram represents the layers of the earth and fossils found in each layer. Based on the drawing, which imprint is the oldest?

• Freshwater clam shells

• Fish bones

• Fern imprints

• Leaf imprints

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Which layer of sedimentary rock is the oldest?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

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What layer of the Earth is labeled D?

• inner core

• outer core

• mantle

• crust

What layer of the Earth is labeled B?

• inner core

• outer core

• mantle

• crust

What layer of the Earth is labeled C?

• inner core

• outer core

• mantle

• crust

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What kind of material makes up the Mantle?

• solid rock

• solid iron and nickel

• liquid iron and nickel

• magma

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Which layer of sedimentary rock is the youngest (newest)?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

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Which fossil is the oldest?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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