Siltstone-A

Austin Roys Brady Weuve

Siltstone - Siltstone is a classtic rock.


 * Where it forms - ** On river beds from eroded rocks.

**How does it form?** - Forms from the erosion of preexisting rocks on river beds, the sediments pile up and and compress forming siltstone.

**What is it made of?** - Silica, calcite, and iron oxides.


 * Grain Size? - ** Fine


 * Grain Shape? -** Angular


 * Uni from? -** Yes


 * Non uni form? -** No




 * Fossils? ** - Siltstone has been found with mega fossils and fossils from the Jurassic age.

**Uses?** - Siltstone is usually found in soil but it can be used for sculptures but not very often.




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