BGS Rock Classification Scheme

Meta-aragonite-boundstone

Code	MARBST
Description	Meta-aragonite-boundstone
Qualifiers	No qualifiers currently exist.
Definition	Meta-sedimentary rock field identifiable aragonite-boundstone protolith. >50% calcite/aragonite, >50% of Ca-carbonate is aragon. Original compon bound & encrusted by action of plants/animals in growth position (reef limestone). Component size undefined
Linked data	http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/MARBST

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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.