- Mudstone - Wikipedia
Mudstone, a type of mudrock, is a fine-grained sedimentary rock whose original constituents were clays or muds Mudstone is distinguished from shale by its lack of fissility [1][2]
- Mudstone : Properties, Compositions, Types » Geology Science
Mudstone is a type of sedimentary rock that is characterized by its fine-grained nature and is composed primarily of silt- and clay-sized particles It is one of the most common sedimentary rocks and plays a significant role in the field of geology
- Mudstone | Clay, Shale, Siltstone | Britannica
Mudstone, sedimentary rock composed primarily of clay- or silt-sized particles (less than 0 063 mm [0 0025 inch] in diameter); it is not laminated or easily split into thin layers
- What Kind of Rock Is Mudstone and How Does It Form?
Mudstone is a common sedimentary rock found worldwide, often interbedded with sandstone and limestone Its presence indicates widespread calm water conditions in Earth’s past
- What is Mudstone? (with pictures) - AllTheScience
Sedimentary rock is common in the outermost layer of the Earth's crust, and an estimated 65% of all sedimentary rock is mudstone Mudstone is made up of very fine particles no larger than 0 0025 inches (0 0625 mm) in diameter that can only be seen in a microscope
- 35 Facts About Mudstone
Mudstone is a fine-grained sedimentary rock composed mainly of clay and silt-sized particles It forms in quiet environments like deep ocean floors, lakes, and river floodplains This rock type is significant in geology because it often contains fossils, offering a glimpse into ancient life
- Mudstone — Scottish Geologist
Mudstone is a type of fine-grained sedimentary rock primarily composed of clay- and silt-sized particles It can be dark, grey, dark grey, brown, green, purple and even red depending on the environment it’s deposited in
- Geological Society - Mudstone
Mudstone is made up of tiny clay particles (less than 0 05mm) that can’t be seen with the naked eye These tiny particles are deposited in quiet low-energy environments like tidal flats, lakes, and the deep sea
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