The correct answer is C. Principle of inclusions. This principle states that any rock fragments (inclusions) within a rock mass must be older than the rock that contains them. Thus, the rock mass with inclusions is considered younger than the fragments it incorporates.
Which relative dating principle states that a rock mass adjacent to one containing fragments is older than the rock containing the fragments?
A. Principle of cross-cutting relationships B. Principle of original horizontality C. Principle of inclusions D. Principle of superposition
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