Register

Which geologic principle explains why the bottom stratum in a section of rock is the oldest?

Which geologic principle explains why the bottom stratum in a section of rock is the oldest?
asked 205k views
1 vote
Which geologic principle explains why the bottom stratum in a section of rock is the oldest?

asked
User Oranutachi
by
7.8k points

1 Answer

2 votes
superposition.. its literally word for word "secondary layers are placed on top of the first layers which are on the bottom"
answered
User Nidomiro
by
8.2k points
← Prev Question Next Question →

Related questions

User Noelle
asked May 27, 2017 126k views
Which geologic principle is the reason the top stratum in a section of rock is the youngest?
Noelle asked May 27, 2017
by Noelle
7.9k points
2 answers
4 votes
126k views
Ask a Question
Welcome to Qamnty — a place to ask, share, and grow together. Join our community and get real answers from real people.

Categories

Other Questions

Which of the objects is living or nonliving: Bacteria, virus, moss, you, a lemon seed, the air, bread, lettuce and rocks?
Why aren't all minerals gemstones?
How can paleontologists help us understand the past
Link Copied!