Which of the Following Best Characterizes an Angular Unconformity

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best characterizes an angular unconformity?

• A) The discordant boundary between older strata and an intrusive body of granite.
• B) Tilted strata that lie below other strata that is also tilted, but at a different angle.
• C) Horizontal lava flows lie below the unconformity and horizontal; sedimentary strata lie above.
• D) Tilted strata lie below the unconformity; bedding in younger strata above is parallel to the unconformity.

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