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Sedimentary rocks form in what kind of layers?

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Sedimentary rocks are formed in horizontal layers. This is magnificently displayed around the southwestern United States. The arid climate allows rock layers to be well exposed   Figure below  . The lowest layers are the oldest and the higher layers are younger.

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