Occurrence of a Rock on Earth's Surface, Outcrop

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Extraordinary Creatures, Group 1588, Puzzle 3 (Griffins and Sphinxes).

Question is: Occurrence of a Rock on Earth's Surface, Outcrop

and the answer is: EXPOSURE

Word Meaning:

EXPOSURE — (uncountable) The condition of being exposed, uncovered, or unprotected.

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