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The rock record for a specific location represents the history of that area as recorded in its geological formations. It includes information on the types of rocks present, their ages, and any geological events they have experienced such as erosion, faulting, or volcanic activity. By studying the rock record, geologists can reconstruct the past environments and events that have shaped the landscape over time.

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