The Dinosaur Coast between Scarborough and Whitby is predominated by marine deposits of sedimentary sandstones.


The Dinosaur Coast between Scarborough and Whitby is predominated by marine deposits of sedimentary sandstones. Alternate layers of pale quartz crystals contrast with darker biotite and sea coal


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Location: Scarborough, UK
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