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Question 6 • TPS EdX Biology

Which statement describes the law of superposition?

Answer
A
Rocks that are not in horizontal layers were shifted by some geologic event.
B
Rock layers must be in existence before something can happen to them.
C
Sedimentary rocks were originally in horizontal layers.
D
In horizontal rock layers, each layer is younger than the one below it.

Explanation

The law of superposition states that in an undisturbed sequence of horizontal rock layers, the oldest layer is at the bottom and each layer above it is younger. Therefore, choice D, “In horizontal rock layers, each layer is younger than the one below it,” describes the law.

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