Asked by Tallon Woomer on Jul 14, 2024
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What type of figure would you use to portray the relative thicknesses of rock units stacked on top of one another?
A) shaded relief map
B) topographic map
C) satellite image
D) stratigraphic section
E) evolutionary diagram
Stratigraphic Section
A vertical profile or cross-section through sedimentary rocks or soils showing the sequence and relationship of strata.
Relative Thicknesses
Refers to the comparison of thickness between different layers or sections within a geological or material context.
Rock Units
Distinct continuous layers or bodies of rock that can be identified and mapped across a region.
- Understand the concept of stratigraphic sections and their use in depicting rock unit thicknesses.
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TA
Tristan AnglinJul 16, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A stratigraphic section is used to represent the vertical sequence of rock layers, showing their relative thicknesses and relationships to one another, which is ideal for portraying the relative thicknesses of rock units stacked on top of each other.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept of stratigraphic sections and their use in depicting rock unit thicknesses.