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Talk:Principle of superposition

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In its plainest form, it [the principle of superposition] states that layers of rock (strata) are arranged in a time sequence providing they have been unaltered since their formation.

The English is wrong, but it could be corrected in two different ways, with significantly different meanings:

  • ...are arranged in a time sequence, provided that they have been unaltered...
  • ...are arranged in a time sequence, proving that they have been unaltered...

I chose the first.

Concur with your choice. We're identifying an assumption, not proving a conclusion. Good catch! Ungtss 10:22, 5 June 2006 (CDT)
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