Newark Basin

The Newark Basin is a large geological area in New Jersey characterized by layers of sedimentary rocks and clay. It forms a structural depression or basin created during the Mesozoic era when the Earth's crust stretched and thinned, allowing land to sink and accumulate sediments. Today, it features hills, valleys, and important fossil sites, and is significant for understanding the region's geological history, including the early Atlantic Ocean's formation. The basin also influences local groundwater flow and land use, making it an important feature for geology, ecology, and urban development in the Newark area.