Asked by luh_.jo3
The diagram shows horizontal rock layers.
Which statement is accurate?
Layer C is younger than layer A.
Layer D has an older relative age than layer C.
If a geologic event tilted these layers, layer B would no longer be the oldest.
It is possible to determine the absolute age of layer C with the information given.
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"Layer D has an older relative age than layer C."
Reason: for undisturbed horizontal strata the law of superposition applies — lower layers are older than overlying layers. Tilting doesn't change their relative ages, and absolute ages can't be determined from the sketch alone.
Reason: for undisturbed horizontal strata the law of superposition applies — lower layers are older than overlying layers. Tilting doesn't change their relative ages, and absolute ages can't be determined from the sketch alone.
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