Sandstone Rock Layers in the Canyon Country of Southern Utah

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Exposed sandstone on the Colorado Plateau exhibits a clear layer of color indicating that the rock was deposited during different ages of geologic time. The beautiful colors are created from the mineralization of the rock and the presence of chemicals and elements creating different colors.

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Size: 5078px × 3050px
Location: Colorado Plateau, Utah, United States
Photo credit: © James L. Tanner / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No

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