An unconformity in which stratified sedimentary rocks overlie an erosional surface cut into igneous or metamorphic

rocks is called a(n)____.
a. nonconformity
b. disconformity
c. guide fossil
d. transgression
e. angular unconformity


a

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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A) Canada B) India C) Russia D) Australia E) Brazil

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