Which of the following geologic observations would NOT bear directly on working out the sequence of geologic events in an area?
A)inclusions of sandstone in a granite pluton
B)a well-exposed dike of basalt in sandstone
C)an unconformity between a granite and sandstone
D)the feldspar and quartz contents of a granite

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The feldspar and quartz contents of a granite are related to the mineralogy of the rock, but they do not provide information about the sequence of geologic events in an area. The other options - inclusions, dikes, and unconformities - all provide direct evidence for the relative timing of geologic events.

Which of the Following Geologic Observations Would NOT Bear Directly