what does a feild geologist look for in rock outcrops to help identify the different rock layers?

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I completely need help with my science lab! I'm so lost!

Answer 1

1) Fossils
2) Sedimentary structures
3) Certain minerals
4) Stratigraphic changes/boundaries
5) Uncomformities
6) Grain size/sorting
7) Textures
8) Bedding

The list goes on. It depends on what we are looking for or need to find. Your question isn't that specific.