BGS Rock Classification Scheme

Calcite-sediment - A type of lime-sediment in which the carbonate is composed dominantly of calcite. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/03, section 3.1 and table 2.

Code CASED
Description Calcite-sediment - A type of lime-sediment in which the carbonate is composed dominantly of calcite. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/03, section 3.1 and table 2.
Qualifiers No qualifiers currently exist.
Definition Sediment with components >50% calcite/aragonite, >50% of calcium carbonate is calcite. Component size not defined.
Linked data http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/CASED

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.