Assignment task: Geology
The ages of rocks in geological formations can be described in several ways. One of these methods is relative dating: Comparing the age of rocks in a formation to those of rocks adjacent to it (above or below).
Watch the YouTube video - Geology: Relative Dating of Rocks.
References
Book: Physical Geology by Steven Early 2019 (Chapters 7 & 8 only)
Question
Q1. Summarize the video
Q2. Describe the various principles geologists use to date rock formation relatively.
Q3. Define and describe each principle.
Q4. What are some various principles geologists use to date rock formation in the Grand Canyon?