In a series of rock layers, a geologist finds fossilized shellfish and bony fish in layers that are 1.0 m and 1.5 m deep. However, in a layer that is 2.0 m deep, he finds fossils of a lizard-like dinosaur and a fern-like tree.

Which explains his findings?

A.
An asteroid hit the area, causing the dinosaur to become extinct.

B.
The continent shifted to a polar region.

C.
The ancient land area was invaded by a sea.

D.
The ancient sea dried up and became land.

Question

In a series of rock layers, a geologist finds fossilized shellfish and bony fish in layers that are 1.0 m and 1.5 m deep. However, in a layer that is 2.0 m deep, he finds fossils of a lizard-like dinosaur and a fern-like tree.
 
Which explains his findings?
 
 A.
An asteroid hit the area, causing the dinosaur to become extinct.
 
 B.
The continent shifted to a polar region.
 
 C.
The ancient land area was invaded by a sea.
 
 D.
The ancient sea dried up and became land.

anonymous · Answer

i think it is c can anyone help

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anonymous · Answer

Yup C is the most logical answer =)

anonymous · Answer

thanks i have a few more questions if you could help

anonymous · Answer

lol i could try =)