What Geologic Law/principle States That Fossil Organisms (Fauna)changed and Evolved

question 90

Multiple Choice

What geologic law/principle states that fossil organisms (fauna) changed and evolved in a definite, progressive way such that strata of specific ages can be recognized by the fossils they contain?

• A)fossil exhibitionism
• B)fossil superposition
• C)fossil succession
• D)fossil transubstantiation

Grasp the concept of causation vs. correlation, including the ability to identify when a causal relationship can or cannot be inferred.

Recognize the importance and role of control groups in experimental research.

Identify the components required in an experimental design, including independent and dependent variables.

Understand the concept and implications of the third-variable problem in research.

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