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What Is the Principle of Univariance? How Does This Principle

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What is the principle of univariance? How does this principle explain why one type of cone is insufficient for distinguishing different colors (i.e. ,wavelengths of light).


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Cross-bedding

A geological feature that forms as inclined layers of sediment are deposited across a horizontal surface, indicating ancient water or wind flows.

Siltstone

A sedimentary rock composed of consolidated silt-sized particles, generally mostly quartz.

Shale

A fine-grained sedimentary rock formed from clay and silt particles that tend to split along bedding planes.

Siltstone

A sedimentary rock composed mainly of silt-sized particles, formed by compaction and cementation of silt.

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