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Topic: Relative DatingTopic: Relative Dating
What is the usual order these What is the usual order these meals are eaten during the day?meals are eaten during the day?
A C
BD
Typical OrderTypical Order
C
B
A
D
Relative DatingRelative Dating: :
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Principles of Relative Principles of Relative DatingDating
The layers and jagged rocks of the reef, Capitol Reef , Utah
Orange Layer
Red Layer
Green Layer
1.1.Principle of Superposition Principle of Superposition – –
Superposition in the Grand CanyonSuperposition in the Grand Canyon
2) 2) Original Horizontality Original Horizontality --
Normal faults are nicely exposed at several points within the canyon walls. Red Rock Canyon State Park near Mojave, California
3. 3. The Law of Deformed Strata:The Law of Deformed Strata: --