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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Refer to the picture, and answer the question that follows.

Which is older between Muav Limestone and Tonto group?
Which is younger between Supai group and Redwall limestone?

Nonconformity Colorado River Angular unconformity Inner gorge Vishnu Schist Nonconformity Disconformity Redwall Limestone Angular unconformity Zoroaster Granite Kaibab Limestone Coconino Sandstone Disconformity Nonconformity Disconformity Kaibab Plateau Tonto Group Unkar Group Toroweap Hermit Shale Supai Group Muav Limestone Bright Angel Shale Tapeats Sandstone
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Transcribed Image Text:Nonconformity Colorado River Angular unconformity Inner gorge Vishnu Schist Nonconformity Disconformity Redwall Limestone Angular unconformity Zoroaster Granite Kaibab Limestone Coconino Sandstone Disconformity Nonconformity Disconformity Kaibab Plateau Tonto Group Unkar Group Toroweap Hermit Shale Supai Group Muav Limestone Bright Angel Shale Tapeats Sandstone
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