How would you figure out if rock unit A or rock unit D formed first, or if they coincided?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Rock unit A could be numerically dated with isotopes from its minerals, and the age of rock unit D could be constructed by assessing the ages of its detrital grains.
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What will be an ideal response?
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What will be an ideal response?
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Which of the following holds the highest levels of oxygen?
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