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Why do some sedimentary rock layers not always appear with the youngest rock on top and older rocks below?
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Are the layers of earth farthest from the crust the newest and youngest layers?
Yes because like sedimentary rocks they stacked on top of each other
What are the layers found in sedimentary rocks called?
The layers in sedimentary rocks are called strata.
What rock formed in layers?
sedimentary rock
The laws of superposition and original horizontality are best applied to?
the law of super position basically says, "Sedimentary layers are deposited in a time sequence, with the oldest on the bottom and the youngest on the top."
What is an igneous intrusion between two sedimentary rock layers?
A laccolith is an igneous formation between two sedimentary layers
Are the layers of earth farthest from the crust the newest and youngest layers?
Yes because like sedimentary rocks they stacked on top of each other
Do sedimentary rock layers always stay horizontal?
No. It is not uncommon for the layers to be shifted out of a horizontal position.
Does metamorphic rock have layers?
Not exactly. Some metamorphic rocks have foliation, which can appear similar to the layers of sedimentary rock. Foliation develops from mineral grains being oriented by pressure, rather than the deposition of layers.
A scientist compares the layers of sedimentary rock in a hillside and then applies the principles of relative dating What can the scientist conclude about the hillside?
The chronological order of rock layers from oldest to youngest
When might the youngest layer in a set of sedimentary rock not be on top?
1. If a set of rock layers has been disturbed by movement of tectonic plates, the youngest layer may no longer be on top.
What do you call the layers in sedimentary rock?
Sedimentary rock layers. your welcome
What are the layers found in sedimentary rocks called?
The layers in sedimentary rocks are called strata.
How does folding change rock layers?
Most rock layers (and ALL sedimentary layers) start out flat. Folding changes the angle of lie (even to perpendicular and beyond).
What rocks is formed in layers?
Sedimentary rock, like limestone, is formed in layers.
Is it true that sometimes layers of rock are overturned so much that the youngest rock layer may appear on the bottom?
yes
What is the process by which layers of sedimentary rock are formed?
The process by which layers of sedimentary rock are formed is called strata.
What layer is the youngest layer in the sedimentary rock?
The one closest to the surface because rock layers are laid down one on top of another.
