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Taken along a line drawn on a map, it is a diagram of the structure and position of the rock layers present beneath the surface along this line.
Geologists learn how to construct this 3rd dimensional information from a Geologic map,
If you want to know how to get at an ore body hidden underground, you need a Geologist to work out where and how deep to dig. Cross sections will be needed to do this.
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∙ 9y agoA geological cross section is an graphical illustration of the earth as if it were cut open. This is used to show the arrangement of the various of the earth.
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What is the difference between a topographic profile and a geologic cross section?
A topographic profile is a plot showing the shape of the surface of the ground (so hills, hillocks, dips, valleys and the like). Whereas a geologic cross section shows the order and structure of soils and / or rocks below the ground surface. Geologic sections are typically created by first drawing a topographic profile of the section of interest then adding in the underlying strata. An example of the way they are created is given in the related links.
What are the guidelines used to determine the relative ages of the rocks and events shown by a geologic cross section?
The guidelines used to determine the relative ages of the rocks and events shown by a geologic cross-section is the Law of Superposition. It is the basic law of geochronology.
What is the function of the cross-section of a root and a stem?
cross-section of a root
Stem's cross section?
Most plant stems are hollow - giving a cross-section that resembles a donut.
What are four large section on the geologic time scale called?
Precambrian, Paleozoic, Mesozoic and Cenozoic.
Map that shows a cross section?
a cross section map is a map that shows the layers of rock inside a landform.
An unconformity is found in a geologic cross section What does this indicate happened in this area?
Erosion
What are the guidelines used to determine the relative age of a rocks and events shown by a geologic cross-section?
The guidelines used to determine the relative ages of the rocks and events shown by a geologic cross-section is the Law of Superposition. It is the basic law of geochronology.
What is the difference between a topographic profile and a geologic cross section?
A topographic profile is a plot showing the shape of the surface of the ground (so hills, hillocks, dips, valleys and the like). Whereas a geologic cross section shows the order and structure of soils and / or rocks below the ground surface. Geologic sections are typically created by first drawing a topographic profile of the section of interest then adding in the underlying strata. An example of the way they are created is given in the related links.
What are the guidelines used to determine the relative ages of the rocks and events shown by a geologic cross section?
The guidelines used to determine the relative ages of the rocks and events shown by a geologic cross-section is the Law of Superposition. It is the basic law of geochronology.
What has a circular cross section when the cross section is taken parallel?
A cylinder has a circular cross section that is parallel to its base.
Can the cross section of a cuboid be a trapezium?
Not a right cross-section.
What is the function of the cross-section of a root and a stem?
cross-section of a root
What is the function of the cross section of a root and a stem?
cross-section of a root
What is a cross section in soil called?
A profile is a cross section in soil.
Is it possible to create a square cross section?
Yes a prism can have a square cross-section
Can a cube have an octagonal cross section?
No, a cube cannot have an octagonal cross-section.
