Which principle states that rock fragments in sedimentary layers must be older than the surrounding sediments?

Question

Question 15 options:

A)

Principle of cross-cutting relationships

B)

Principle of inclusions

C)

Principle of unconformity

D)

Principle of superposition

Answer 1

The principle that states that rock fragments (or inclusions) found within sedimentary layers must be older than the surrounding sediments is known as the B) Principle of inclusions.