What is the age classification of the rocks at the USC site?

The rocks at the USC site are classified as Holocene, which is the current geological epoch that began approximately 11,700 years ago at the end of the last Ice Age. The Holocene is characterized by significant changes in climate and the development of human civilization. This classification is important because it indicates that the rocks were formed during a relatively recent period in Earth's history, allowing for the study of processes that are relevant to contemporary geological and environmental conditions.

The other classifications represent different time periods in Earth's geological history. Pleistocene refers to the epoch preceding the Holocene and is marked by repeated glaciations. Miocene is a much older epoch during which significant changes in global climate and the evolution of many mammals occurred. Jurassic, an even older period, is well known for the dominance of dinosaurs. Knowing the correct age classification helps geologists understand the formation processes, environmental conditions, and biological history of the site.