BGS Rock Classification Scheme

Siliciclastic arenaceous metarock

Code MARENR
Description Siliciclastic arenaceous metarock
Qualifiers No qualifiers currently exist.
Definition Meta-sedimentary rock with field identifiable siliciclastic, arenaceous protolith. Sedimentary rock, grains >50% from pre-existing siliceous rocks, Grains >50% or predominantly sand-grade, 0.032 to 2mm.
Linked data http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/MARENR

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.