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The geology of Wisconsin includes Precambrian crystalline basement rock over three billion years old. A widespread marine environment during the Paleozoic flooded the region, depositing sedimentary rocks which cover most of the center and south of the state.[1]

  1. ^ Mudrey, M.G.; Brown, B.A.; Greenberg, J.K. (1982). Bedrock Geologic Map of Wisconsin (Map). University of Wisconsin Extension.

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