Question

question 12(multiple choice worth 3 points)
(03.01 mc)
the location of four different fossils in the layers of a rock are listed below.
fossil a: second layer from top
fossil b: third layer from top
fossil c: top layer
fossil d: bottom layer
which fossil is the youngest?
fossil a
fossil b
fossil c
fossil d

Explanation:

In geology, the principle of superposition states that in undisturbed sedimentary rock layers, the youngest layer is on top and the oldest is at the bottom. Fossil C is in the top layer, so it is the youngest.

Answer:

C. Fossil C