GEOLOGY

EARTH SCIENCE

FOSSILS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Scientists assign relative ages of rocks by using
A
the ratio of isotopes
B
the principle of superposition
C
potassium-Argon dating
D
absolute dating
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The principle of superposition states that in an undeformed sequence of sedimentary rocks, each layer of rock is older than the one above it and younger than the one below it (Figures 1 and 2). Accordingly, the oldest rocks in a sequence are at the bottom and the youngest rocks are at the top.

Detailed explanation-2: -The law of superposition is one of the principles of geology scientists use to determine the relative ages of rock strata, or layers. This principle states that layers of rock are superimposed, or laid down one on top of another. The oldest rock strata will be on the bottom and the youngest at the top.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Law of Superposition says that within the layers of sedimentary rock, the youngest layer is at the top. As you go further, each layer below is older.

Detailed explanation-4: -1 Answer. The law of superposition is that the youngest rock is always on top and the oldest rock is always on the bottom. so the relative ages came be arranged by the depth of the rocks.

Detailed explanation-5: -Explanation: The law of superposition logically states that the strata at a lower level is older than the strata above it. The cross cutting is younger than the strata that it cuts through. If the cross cutting is “cut” off at an higher level it indicates a period of erosion.

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