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Petrified Forest National Park

This close-up of a polished section of petrified wood, Araucarioxylon arizonicum, shows the rainbow of color caused by presence of iron oxide, manganese oxide, and other minerals.

Petroglyphs in Wilderness Area:

Petroglyphs are part of the colorful and fascinating landscape of Petrified Forest National Park.

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