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What formation is responsible for rock gypsum?
Gypsum is formed underwater, usually between layers of shale and limestone. When the water evaporates and the area dries, the gypsum becomes solid "rock" gypsum.
How do scientists put fossils in order on the geologic time scale?
Location. Different layers of rock/soil tell a roughly chronological tale of the past, barring cataclysm. There are enough undisturbed sites worldwide that a mosaic can be discerned. Good question.
What is the difference between the 5 layers of earth?
every thing
What results from compression between rock layers?
it forms a sedimentary rock
What command displays the mappings between different layers of the network architecture?
ps or /proc
Which is the youngest in a sereis of undisturbed rock layers where shale lies between sandstone below and limestone above?
The shale layer is the youngest in the series. In undisturbed rock layers, the Law of Superposition states that the youngest layer is on top and the oldest is at the bottom. So, in this case, the limestone would be the oldest layer, followed by sandstone, and then shale.
What layers of type of rock can be found at grand canyon?
Probably Kaibab limestone, Coconino sandstone, Hermit shale, Redwall limestone, Muav limestone, Vishnu Schist, and other layers.
Whick type of rock has layers?
Sedimentary rock, such as limestone, chalk, slate and sandstone.
What are the key differences in the geological characteristics between limestone and sandstone?
Limestone is a sedimentary rock formed from the accumulation of calcium carbonate, while sandstone is made up of sand-sized grains of minerals like quartz and feldspar. Limestone is typically softer and more porous than sandstone, which is harder and more resistant to weathering. Sandstone often has visible layers or bedding, while limestone can contain fossils and may exhibit a more uniform appearance.
How do geologist know that rock layers are undisturbed?
Geologists know that rock layers are undisturbed by examining the relationships between the different layers. If the layers are parallel and show no signs of folding, tilting, or faulting, they are likely undisturbed. Additionally, the presence of index fossils can help date the layers and determine if they have been disturbed.
What do you call sediment that are pressed into layers?
They are sedimentary rock. Four examples being chalk, sandstone, limestone and slate.
What is the second layer of the grand canyon made of?
Probably Kaibab limestone, Coconino sandstone, Hermit shale, Redwall limestone, Muav limestone, Vishnu Schist, and other layers.
How can you tell that the sandstone was not deposited on top of basalt layers?
The sandstone layer is older than the basalt. The older rock cannot be on top of the younger rock. The sandstone and the basalt (or basalt dike) are both deposited at the same depth.
Is gneiss a limestone or sandstone?
Gneiss is neither limestone nor sandstone. Gneiss is a metamorphic rock that forms from the transformation of pre-existing rocks such as granite or sedimentary rocks under high heat and pressure. The resulting gneiss typically exhibits banded layers of minerals.
How do we know if rock layers are undisturbed?
The rock layers will be easily visible.
How are the layers of rock if they are undisturbed?
The undisturbed rock layers are horizontal and in order of age from youngest nearest the surface to oldest at the bottom of the rock unit.
What is the most common type of rock on a cliff face?
The most common type of rock on a cliff face is sedimentary rock, such as sandstone or limestone. These rocks are often found in layers, which can erode at different rates, leading to the formation of cliffs.
