Multiple Choice
When marine geologists collects a core of undeformed ocean-floor sediment, they know that the youngest layer is on the top of the core and the oldest is at the bottom because of the principle of __.
A) supposition
B) suspension
C) superposition
D) inclusion
E) cross-cutting relationships
Correct Answer:
Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
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