Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780134746241
Author: Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
Publisher: PEARSON
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What type of unconformities can be observed below? Specify the layers exhibiting each type of unconformities observed.

D } FIGURE 9 Geologic cross section for relative age analysis. Place letters on the lines along the right side of the cross section to indicate the relative ages of the rock units and other features (unconformities, fault), from oldest (first) to youngest (ast) Conglomerate Shake Grante KEY TO SYMBOLS Sedimentary rocks Igneous rocks Zone of contact metamorphem Gravel Clay Sandstone Unconformity Limestone Other features Schist Satstone Metamorphic rocks Fault Dolomite Gneiss K Contact
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Transcribed Image Text:D } FIGURE 9 Geologic cross section for relative age analysis. Place letters on the lines along the right side of the cross section to indicate the relative ages of the rock units and other features (unconformities, fault), from oldest (first) to youngest (ast) Conglomerate Shake Grante KEY TO SYMBOLS Sedimentary rocks Igneous rocks Zone of contact metamorphem Gravel Clay Sandstone Unconformity Limestone Other features Schist Satstone Metamorphic rocks Fault Dolomite Gneiss K Contact
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