Lyell's Law

Lyell's Law, rooted in the work of geologist Charles Lyell, states that the Earth's geological features are shaped gradually over long periods through the same natural processes we observe today, such as erosion, sedimentation, and volcanic activity. This principle, called uniformitarianism, suggests that the Earth's history can be understood by studying current natural forces, and that these processes are consistent over time. In essence, Earth's landscapes develop slowly and steadily, allowing scientists to interpret ancient geological formations by examining ongoing natural phenomena.