The principle of lateral continuity states that sedimentary beds are deposited horizontally with the oldest beds on the bottom.

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The principle of lateral continuity states that layers of sediment initially extend laterally in all directions; in other words, they are laterally continuous. The principle you're referring to, with the oldest beds on the bottom, is the principle of superposition.

The Principle of Lateral Continuity States That Sedimentary Beds Are