Question

select the correct answer. which statement about this figure is false? a. line e represents a fault line. b. layer c is the youngest layer. c. dike k is older than layer i. d. the fault occurred after layer f formed.

Explanation:

In geology, the principle of cross - cutting relationships is used. Faults are younger than the rocks they cut through. Here, line E is a fault line and cuts through layer F, so the fault occurred after layer F formed. Layer C is not the youngest layer as there are other layers above it. Dike K cuts through layer I, so dike K is younger than layer I.

Answer:

A. Line E represents a fault line.