The principle of ________ is the concept that ancient life forms evolved in a definite order, and therefore, their fossils can help determine the geologic ages of strata

A) superposition
B) cross-cutting relationships
C) fossil succession
D) fossil assemblage


Answer: C

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A. volcanic activity B. development of blue-green algae C. formation of the outer core D. formation of the inner core

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A. a millet-based agricultural system. B. fertile alluvial soils and adequate water for the cultivation of staple cereals. C. an abundance of minerals such as coal. D. the growth of urban areas.

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