A geologist studies dated rocks from one region. The table shows four features in the rocks.
| Sample | Age in billions of years | Feature in the rocks |
|---|---|---|
| K | 2.2 | The oldest rock in the region that formed on land and contains red iron oxide |
| L | 3.8 | Carbonate sediment that formed on the sea floor |
| M | 2.4 | The youngest banded iron layers in the region |
| N | 2.7 | The oldest banded iron layers in the region |
Explain what sequence of changes to the Earth and its atmosphere is supported by this evidence.
109 exam-style questions on OCR GCSE Chemistry 6.3 Interpreting and interacting with earth systems, covering 6.3.1 Formation and evolution of the atmosphere, 6.3.2 The greenhouse effect and climate change, 6.3.3 Sources and problems of atmospheric pollutants, and 6.3.4 Producing potable water. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.