The Coconino Sandstone,which consists mainly of weathered sand and contains trace fossils such as ripple marks and reptile tracks,suggests that this layer is similar to which of the following environments?
A) Desert
B) River system
C) Coastal plain
D) Ocean
E) Tropical forest

Question

The Coconino Sandstone,which consists mainly of weathered sand and contains trace fossils such as ripple marks and reptile tracks,suggests that this layer is similar to which of the following environments?  
A) Desert
B) River system
C) Coastal plain
D) Ocean
E) Tropical forest

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The presence of ripple marks and reptile tracks in the Coconino Sandstone suggests that it was formed in a dry, arid environment such as a desert. The lack of water flow patterns and marine fossils rule out options B, C, and D. The absence of organic matter and vegetation remains also eliminate option E as a valid choice.

The Coconino Sandstone,which Consists Mainly of Weathered Sand and Contains