Earth Science 2.2.4 quiz

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unconformity

the eroded surface that lies between two groups of strata

geologic column

the order of rock layers

fault

a fracture in the earth's crust along which rocks move

intrusion

a large mass of igneous rock forced between or through layers of existing rock

law of superposition

a law that states that layers found lower in the sedimentary rock formation are older than layers found closer to the top of the formation


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