This Figure Shows Two Sections of Rocks

question 79

Multiple Choice

This figure shows two sections of rocks. What is the surest way to correlate a unit in one section to a unit in the other section?

• A) match the similar sequence of rocks
• B) find a distinctive unit in both sections
• C) find two layers that both contain fossils
• D) physically trace a unit through the landscape from one section to another

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Definitions:

Cell Theory

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Preexisting Cells

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