Key Term
Define the key term
(Explain what part of the Sandwich
Lab included this). #1 is done for you
You may need a book for this
1.
Draw a sketch
How does this form?
to help you remember
Answer the enclosed question or give
an example of when this happens
Law of Superposition
(How do the layers form?)
youngest
Making the sandwich layer by layer
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The layer on the bottom of a
rock sequence is oldest, while
those on top of it are continually
getting younger.
2. Law of Horizontality
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3.
oldest
The deposition of sediments in a
flat, undisturbed orientation, due
to gravity
i.e. What are some reasons that would cause a layer to
NOT be horizontal?
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(What are some examples of events that cut
across layers?)
Law of Cross-Cutting Rel.
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4. Intrusion
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5. Normal Fault
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6. Thrust (Reverse) Fault
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7. Syncline
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8. Folding
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9. Tilting
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Stratigraphy Study Guide
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Examine the diagrams below. Put the layers & events, like intrusions, tilting, folding, faulting, and erosion, in order,
from first (oldest) to last (youngest). ALSO, EXPLAIN how they occurred/how you know it is that old
(i.e. indicate the law of crosscutting relations, horizontality, or superposition.)
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