The rather simple idea that,unless disturbed,younger sedimentary layers overlie older layers,is referred to as the principle of
A)original horizontality.
B)uniformitarianism.
C)faunal succession.
D)superposition.

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The principle of younger sedimentary layers overlying older layers is referred to as the principle of superposition. This principle states that in an undisturbed sequence of sedimentary rocks, the oldest rocks are at the bottom and the youngest rocks are at the top.

The Rather Simple Idea That,unless Disturbed,younger Sedimentary Layers Overlie Older