Question

Which example is an application of the principle of uniformitarianism?. . A.. using records of flood patterns to predict future flooding. . B.. identifying minerals based on streak, color, and hardness. . C.. using terrace farming to reduce soil erosion. . D.. measuring the intensity of an earthquake.

Answer 1

Uniformitarianism is an important concept in geology proposed by English geologist Charles Lyell in the 1830s. According uniformitarianism geologic processes that gradually shape Earth are slow and uniform through time. An example of an application of the principle of uniformitarianism is using records of flood patterns to predict future flooding. Correct answer: A

Answer 2

Using records of flood patterns to predict future flooding is one example that is an application of the principle of uniformitarianism. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the first option or option "A". I hope that this answer has come to your great help.