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Shooters Nab

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Shooters Nab
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Shooters Nab is a sea cliff composed primarily of Carboniferous limestone, formed around 340–320 million years ago through the accumulation of marine sediments. It is notable for its exposure of sedimentary rock layers that provide insight into ancient tropical sea environments and are commonly used in geological studies of northern England.

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Photo: John Illingworth · CC BY-SA 2.0