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1. Based on the fossils present (the branching twig bryozoa, trilobite pygidia, and strophomenid brachiopods) in the accompanying Figure 12.2A, what is the age of this limestone? Explain. The figures in Chapters 10 and 11 will be useful in answering the question. (Fossils and Age Determinations) Figure 12.2A Slab of limestone containing fossils for interpreting the geologic age and depositional environment.

1. Based on the fossils present (the branching twig bryozoa, trilobite pygidia, and strophomenid brachiopods) in the accompanying Figure 12.2A, what is the age of this limestone? Explain. The figures in Chapters 10 and 11 will be useful in answering the question. (Fossils and Age Determinations) Figure 12.2A Slab of limestone containing fossils for interpreting the geologic age and depositional environment.

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1. Based on the fossils present (the branching twig bryozoa, trilobite pygidia, and strophomenid brachiopods) in the accompanying Figure 12.2A, what is the age of this limestone? Explain. The figures in Chapters 10 and 11 will be useful in answering the question. (Fossils and Age Determinations) Figure 12.2A Slab of limestone containing fossils for interpreting the geologic age and depositional environment.
Transcribed Image Text:1. Based on the fossils present (the branching twig bryozoa, trilobite pygidia, and strophomenid brachiopods) in the accompanying Figure 12.2A, what is the age of this limestone? Explain. The figures in Chapters 10 and 11 will be useful in answering the question. (Fossils and Age Determinations) Figure 12.2A Slab of limestone containing fossils for interpreting the geologic age and depositional environment.
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