Korallenoolith Formation
Appearance
Korallenoolith Formation | |
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Stratigraphic range: | |
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Type | Formation |
Underlies | Süntel Formation |
Overlies | Heersum Formation |
Thickness | ~50 m (160 ft) |
Lithology | |
Primary | Oolitic limestone |
Location | |
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The Korallenoolith Formation is a geologic formation in Germany. It preserves fossils dating back to the Jurassic period. It predominantly consists of oolitic limestone.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 17 December 2021.