Geologic Maps Geologic Principles Original horizontality Superposition Cross Cutting
Angular Unconfromity Angular Unconformity Page 50
Relative Dating - Geologic Column Page 52
Geologic Structures Fault Page 53
Geologic Structures Page 54 Anticline Syncline Dome Basin
Geologic Maps Rock types and their distribution Show Bird's Eye View How Maps are made Topo Map base Outcrops (rock exposed at the earth’s surface) Draw contacts
Geologic Map Parts Formation A rock unit distinct from rock above and below e.g. Color and Symbols represent different formations Orange Formation in Northern Illinois Symbol Stratigraphic Column Cross Section