Which of the Following Statements About Relative Dating by Weathering

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about relative dating by weathering features is NOT true?

• A) The relative age of a landscape can be determined by observing the surface topography.
• B) Younger landscapes have a higher number of surface boulders.
• C) Soil is composed of completely weathered material and is of little use in this type of dating.
• D) Highly weathered rocks emit a dull thud when struck with a rock hammer, while unweathered rocks emit a ringing sound.

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