Which of the Following Best Explains Why Rocks Can Be

question 11

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains why rocks can be used to interpret the geologic past?

• A) Different types of rocks form in different types of environments.
• B) The minerals in rocks tell us how old rocks are.
• C) Rocks contain varying amounts of carbon.
• D) The hardness of rocks tells us how old they are.
• E) The chemical composition of rocks tells us how old they are.

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