Considerations That Complicate the Search for Understanding of Geologic Processes

question 45

Multiple Choice

Considerations that complicate the search for understanding of geologic processes include

• A) The very long times required for some kinds of changes to occur.
• B) The fact that many different events may have affected one rock during its history.
• C) The fact that it may be difficult to relate the results of controlled laboratory experiments to natural systems.
• D) All of the choices are correct.

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