Problem 2
Give an example of how the principle of original horizontality might be used to determine the order of events affecting a sequence of folded sedimentary rocks.
Problem 3
How does the principle of superposition allow us to determine the relative ages of a sequence of unfolded sedimentary rocks?
Problem 4
Explain the principle of crosscutting relationships and how it can be uscd to determine age re lationstups among sedimentary rocks.
Problem 5
Explain a conformable relationship in sedimentary rocks.
Problem 7
Discuss the principle of faunal succession and the use of index fossils in time correlation.
Problem 8
What are the two types of correlation of rock units? How do they differ?
Problem 10
What is radioactivity?
Problem 11
What is a stable isotope? An unstable isotope?
Problem 12
What is the relationship between parent and daughter isotopes?
Problem 13
What is meant by the half-life of a radioactive isotope? How is the half-life used in radiometric age daring?
