Large Layers of Cross-Bedded Sand Can Be Indicative of a ________

question 25

Multiple Choice

Large layers of cross-bedded sand can be indicative of a ________ environment.

• A)submarine
• B)beach
• C)desert
• D)fluvial

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Definitions:

Seismic Shaking

The vibration of the ground during an earthquake, caused by the passage of seismic waves.

Rhythmic Repeating

The occurrence of patterns or sequences that repeat at regular intervals, often observed in natural and artificial phenomena.

Composite

A material made from two or more different substances that, when combined, produce a material with characteristics different from the individual components.

Scoria Cone

A type of volcanic cone formed from fragments of lava thrown from an erupting vent, characterized by loose, scoria rocks.