A(n) ________ is a contact in which an erosional surface on a pluton or metamorphic rock has been covered by sedimentary (or volcanic) rock.

A. boundary layer
B. angular unconformity
C. basal conglomerate
D. nonconformity
E. disconformity


Answer: D

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