 ##  [Law of Superposition](/law-superposition) 

  ##  [Law of Superposition](https://natural.quantumdictionary.io/law-superposition-0) 

  
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**Natural &amp; Formal Sciences Dictionary**

 
Definition

A relative‑dating rule stating that in an undisturbed sequence of stratified sedimentary rocks, each layer is younger than the one beneath it and older than the one above it.

 
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Definition

In a sequence of undisturbed, stratified deposits, each depositional layer (stratum) is younger than the one it overlies and older than the one that overlies it; the law provides a relative chronological ordering of strata but not absolute ages.