BGS Rock Classification Scheme
Iron-boundstone - A type of ironstone, classified on the basis of its biogenic texture. It is an ironstone in which the original components were bound and encrusted together by the action of plants and animals in the position of growth. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/03, section 5.2, table 14 and fig. 9.
| Code | FEBST |
|---|---|
| Description | Iron-boundstone - A type of ironstone, classified on the basis of its biogenic texture. It is an ironstone in which the original components were bound and encrusted together by the action of plants and animals in the position of growth. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/03, section 5.2, table 14 and fig. 9. |
| Qualifiers | No qualifiers currently exist. |
| Definition | Sedimentary rock (>15 wt% iron) with >50% iron-bearing minerals (15wt% iron). Original components bound & encrusted by action of plants/animals in growth position, (reefs). Particle size not defined. |
| Linked data | http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/FEBST |
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.