What Fundamental Concept States That in a Horizontal Sequence of Conformable

question 56

Multiple Choice

What fundamental concept states that in a horizontal sequence of conformable sedimentary strata, each higher bed is younger than the bed below it?

• A) law of original correlation
• B) theory of superstition
• C) law of superposition
• D) theory of correlative supposition

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