ConcepTest: Relative Time Diagram #1
This material was originally created for
Starting Point:Introductory Geology and is replicated here as part of the SERC Pedagogic Service.
Initial Publication Date: May 8, 2006
Question:
Match the features in the relative time diagram below with the events described in the short sentence. Assume all rocks are sedimentary unless otherwise indicated.
Which is the oldest rock unit?
a. A
b. B
c. C
d. D
e. E
Which is the oldest rock unit?
a. A
b. B
c. C
d. D
e. E
Student Responses:
No data yet. The correct response is c.
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