scientists use drill core samples to study the underlying rock structure. these two core samples were…
scientists use drill core samples to study the underlying rock structure. these two core samples were obtained from the ocean floor from locations separated by 10 km. which layer in core sample one does not have a matching layer in core sample two? \nf basalt\ng limestone\nh clay\ni sandstone
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Brief Explanations:
Examine the layers in both core - sample 1 and core - sample 2 according to the key. Core - sample 1 has layers of clay, basalt, limestone, sandstone, and siltstone. Core - sample 2 has layers of clay, limestone, sandstone, and siltstone. By comparing, we can see that basalt is in core - sample 1 but not in core - sample 2.
Answer:
A. Basalt