In studying layers of rock sediment, a geologist found an area where older rock was layered on top of younger rock. Which best explains how this occurred?
Earthquake activity folded the rock layers. Volcanic eruptions destroyed a rock layer. Erosion removed several layers of rock. Weathering changed the layering of the rocks.
Question: In studying layers of rock sediment, a geologist found an area where older rock was layered on top of younger rock. Which best explains how this occurred?
A. Earthquake activity folded the rock layers.
B. Volcanic eruptions destroyed a rock layer.
C. Erosion removed several layers of rock.
D. Weathering changed the layering of the rocks.
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