Which Rocks Are Most Useful in Unraveling Earth's Geologic History

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which rocks are most useful in unraveling Earth's geologic history?

• A)phaneritic igneous rocks
• B)high grade metamorphic rocks
• C)fossiliferous sedimentary rocks
• D)meteorites

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