BGS Rock Classification Scheme

Bituminous deposit

Code	BITDP
Description	Bituminous deposit
Qualifiers	bituminous
Definition	Sediment with significantly high organic, dominantly of bituminous material, content to noticeably effect the lithology. A tar sand/bitumen lake. Alt. A humic black, hard, bright coal type with 75-90% carbon, dry ash-free & 14-46% volatiles.
Linked data	http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/BITDP

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CAVEAT

"Thumbnail" definitions attached to some of the table entries are an interim attempt to provide simple short descriptions of the "unqualified" rock types presented within the BGS Rock Classification Scheme. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and consistency but minor contradictions or omissions might be present. The BGS welcomes any feedback pointing out such minor imperfections and/or providing constructive comment and suggestions for improvement of the definitions. In the first instance such feedback should be directed to Dr Tim McCormick.