Science 3.1 Flashcards
1
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uniformitarianism
A
a principle that states that geologic record created when rock layers are eroded or when sediment is not deposited for a long period of time
2
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catastrophism
A
a principle that states that geologic change occurs suddenly
3
Q
paleontology
A
the scientific study of fossils
4
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paleobotonists
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