BGS Rock Classification Scheme

Meta-aragonite-framestone

Code	MARFST
Description	Meta-aragonite-framestone
Qualifiers	No qualifiers currently exist.
Definition	Meta-sedimentary rock with field identifiable aragonite-framestone protolith. Components >50% calcite/aragonite, >50% of calcium carbonate is aragonite. Fine, 0.032 to 0.25mm sediment fills cavities in framework of colonies of shells or skeletons.
Linked data	http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/MARFST

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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.