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Strata (singular: stratum)

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The layers of sedimentary rocks are called beds or strata. They form as sediments are deposited and compacted over time, creating distinct layers of rock. Each layer can provide valuable information about the environment in which it was deposited.

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The layers are called strata. They represent a period of deposition that is usually cyclical in nature.

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Strata (singular: stratum)

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