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Keywords: mesas, arid, strata, limestone, sedimentary

A strata of erosion-resistant sedimentary rock (usually limestone) found in arid areas. Caprock forms the top layer of most mesas and buttes.

Keywords: waterfall, bedrock, crest, layer, top

The top layer of bedrock at the crest of the waterfall.

Keywords: impermeable, overlying, migration, reservoir, seals

An impermeable rock overlying an oil or gas reservoir that seals the migration of oil or gas out of the reservoir.