Asked by Lauren Stacy on Jun 22, 2024
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The advance of the sea across a region is known as a:
A) transgression
B) regression
C) supression
D) transformation
Transgression
The advance of the sea across the land and the evidence of such an advance.
Regression
The retreat of the sea from land areas and evidence of such withdrawal.
- Explain the concepts of transgression and regression in sedimentary environments.
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Colette PaduaJun 24, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Transgression refers to the advance of the sea across a region, typically resulting in the deposition of marine sediments over terrestrial ones.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the concepts of transgression and regression in sedimentary environments.