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Diagram of Whanganui cliffs

Diagram showing relative dating of part of cliffs near Whanganui

Diagram showing relative dating of part of cliffs near Whanganui. These sedimentary rocks were horizontal when formed, with the oldest at the bottom. Tilting of the rocks means that now the rocks are older as you head towards the west.

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