Question

Scientists have found ash in certain layers of sediment in an area in northern China. This is evidence that a volcano erupted in the area in the past. In the same sedimentary layers, fossils of dinosaurs, birds, and early mammals have been found. How can scientists best determine when the volcano erupted?

Answer 1

Scientists can find out when the volcano erupted by determining the age of the fossils in the ashy layers of sediment in area.

What is a Volcano?

This is defined as a vent or opening where lava erupts on to the surface of the Earth.

The age of the fossils in the ashy layers of sediment in area will help to determine the time when the volcano erupted.

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