Question

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match the relative dating geologic principle to its description.
cross cutting relationships
original horizontality
superposition
prevlous
originally, all rock layers formed in flat horizontal layers
oldest rock layer on the bottom, youngest on the top
younger geologic features cut across older geologic rock layers or features

Explanation:

• Cross Cutting Relationships: The principle states that younger geologic features (like faults or intrusions) cut across older geologic rock layers or features. So it matches "Younger geologic features cut across older geologic rock layers or features".
• Original Horizontality: This principle asserts that originally, all rock layers formed in flat horizontal layers (before any tectonic activity or erosion altered them). So it matches "Originally, all rock layers formed in flat horizontal layers".
• Superposition: In undisturbed rock layers, the oldest rock layer is on the bottom and the youngest is on the top (due to the process of deposition over time). So it matches "Oldest rock layer on the bottom, youngest on the top".

Answer:

• Cross Cutting Relationships : Younger geologic features cut across older geologic rock layers or features
• Original Horizontality : Originally, all rock layers formed in flat horizontal layers
• Superposition : Oldest rock layer on the bottom, youngest on the top