Question

A fault that bisects a rock formation is younger than the rock unit according to the Principle of _________.

A. Lateral Continuity
B. Original Horizontality
C. Cross-Cutting Relationships
D. Stratigraphy Reset Selection

Answer 1

C. Cross-Cutting Relationships

Step-by-step explanation:

• The principle states that the geologic features that cut the another is younger than the two features and is based on the relative dating technique and it shows the structural relationship as faults and fractures that cuts the older rocks.