Discuss the branch of geology called stratigraphy and how the fundamental geologic principles
are used to unravel stratigraphic relationships. What will be an ideal response?
Stratigraphy is the branch of geology that deals with the description of the origin, composition,
areal extent, and age relationship of strata, including sedimentary rocks and volcanic rocks. The
student should be able to apply the principles of superposition, lateral continuity, cross-cutting
relationships, etc., to determine the relative ages of strata and the geologic history of an area.
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