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lilldybug07

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The process of predicting the future state of the atmosphere is called:
 
  A) weather predicting. B) hindcasting.
  C) weather analysis. D) weather forecasting.

Question 2

How might a numerical date for a layer of sedimentary rock be determined?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

Usually the geologist must relate sedimentary layers to datable igneous masses, such as dikes and flows, by cross-cutting relationships. The dateable igneous rocks can then be used to bracket the age range for the sedimentary rocks.



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