Name:
Relative Dating - Part 1
Tasks:
You and your partner will invent a series of events that would create an interesting cross-section of rock.
Materials:
Procedure:
- Record on the description / event sheet a list of events. You must include all five events listed in the Relative Dating table. To make an interesting model you will likely have to use more than just five events. Include a sketch of what each event would do to the formation.
- Start with at least three sediment layers.
- Have the instructor review and sign-off your description / event list.
Deliverables:
Both people of the team will turn in a neat, legible description/event sheet for their team's model.
Name:
Relative Dating - Part 1
Tasks:
You and your partner will invent a series of events that would create an interesting cross-section of rock.
Materials:
Procedure:
- Record on the description / event sheet a list of events. You must include all five events listed in the Relative Dating table. To make an interesting model you will likely have to use more than just five events. Include a sketch of what each event would do to the formation.
- Start with at least three sediment layers.
- Have the instructor review and sign-off your description / event list.
Deliverables:
Both people of the team will turn in a neat, legible description/event sheet for their team's model.
Relative Dating Description / Event Sheet
| Your initials | Instructor sign-off |
| Event | Description | Sketch |
|---|---|---|