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a. Yes, iridium is a common metal on Earth but rarely accumulates in a singe layer.
b. No, iridium is a rare element on Earth, but geological layers of iridium are not uncommon.
c. Yes, iridium is a rare metal on Earth.
d. Yes, composition differences between geological layers tend to equilibrate over time.


C

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