The law of superposition states that layers of sedimentary rock are

A. ordered in a random fashion, with the age of the rock varying wildly from one layer to the next.

B. ordered in a time sequence, with the oldest layers on the bottom and the youngest on top.

C. ordered in a repeating pattern, with every third layer being identical.

D. ordered according to the age of the volcano that created the layer.

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The law of superposition states that layers of sedimentary rock are

A. ordered in a random fashion, with the age of the rock varying wildly from one layer to the next.

B. ordered in a time sequence, with the oldest layers on the bottom and the youngest on top.

C. ordered in a repeating pattern, with every third layer being identical.

D. ordered according to the age of the volcano that created the layer.

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Jillian Steele · Answer 1

B. ordered in a time sequence, with the oldest layers on the bottom and the youngest on top.

Explanation:

This is the right description of the way in which sedimentary rock is ordered. This is also compatible with the law of superposition. Sedimentary rock accumulates in the same order in which it is created. Therefore, the oldest layers are found at the bottom, while he newest ones are found at the top. This allows scientists to study the age of rock, and of any material that is found in these layers.

Angelique Mcmillan · Answer 2

The answer is they are ordered in a time sequence