What provides geologists with evidence of Earth’s past, including geologic events and life forms?

Question

A.
volcanic eruptions and lava flows

B.
scientific journals and other trusted publications

C.
drawings and stories from ancient times

D.
the rocks of Earth’s crust, especially sedimentary rocks

Answer 1

D. the rocks of Earth’s crust, especially sedimentary rocks

Sedimentary rocks, in particular, preserve evidence of past geologic events and life forms through the layers they contain, which can include fossils and information about ancient environments.