A major characteristic of graded bedding is that the rock layers ____. are thick
ID: 157761 • Letter: A
Question
A major characteristic of graded bedding is that the rock layers ____.
are thick and easily distinguished from each other
show an upward decrease in grain size
formed because turbidity currents are less dense than sediment-free water
contain intersecting fractures called mud cracks
are always formed in deserts
a.are thick and easily distinguished from each other
b.show an upward decrease in grain size
c.formed because turbidity currents are less dense than sediment-free water
d.contain intersecting fractures called mud cracks
e.are always formed in deserts
Explanation / Answer
c is the rigt answer, graded bedding means change in grain and clay size from the base to the bed . this is because chaneg in the currents and so there movement . they are also easily detactable as the size vary from one grade to another.
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