Explore the fundamental concepts of geologic time in this comprehensive 52-minute lecture. Delve into the creation of time scales, basic principles of stratigraphy, and relative dating techniques. Examine the formation of unconformities and learn how to apply these principles in real-world scenarios. Discover the importance of fossils as evidence of past life and their role in correlating rock layers. Investigate various types of radioactive decay and their applications in dating geological formations. Gain a thorough understanding of the geologic time scale and methods for dating sedimentary strata. Perfect for geology enthusiasts and students seeking to deepen their knowledge of Earth's history and chronology.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Creating a Time Scale: Basic Principles
Superposition
Lateral Continuity
Relative Dating Principles: Unconformities
Formation of an Angular Unconformity
Applying Principles
Fossils: Evidence of Past Life
Correlation of Rock Layers
Types of Radioactive Decay
Dating with Radioactivity
The Geologic Time Scale
Dating Sedimentary Strata
Taught by
Earth and Space Sciences X
