The geologic time scale shown above is missing many key elements of the geologic history of the region. The same is true for a stratigraphic chart for the New York Bight region. (The generalized stratigraphic chart provides names of major rock groups, formations, and other data for the New York Bight region).

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For an introduction to basics about geology, click here: "Essentials of Geology".