Objects found closer to the surface are usually not as old as those found in deeper layers because of the process of stratigraphy. Over time, as new layers of sediment or soil accumulate on the surface, older layers are buried deeper underground. This means that objects found closer to the surface were likely deposited more recently, while objects found in deeper layers are typically older. This principle, known as the Law of Superposition, is a fundamental concept in archeology and helps researchers determine the relative ages of different artifacts and features at a site.
