BGS Rock Classification Scheme
Metasedimentary rock composed largely of quartz, feldspar and mica - A class within metasedimentary rock based on modal composition. In the Rock Classification Scheme, this class includes quartzite, psammite, semipelite, and pelite. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/02, section 3.2 and figs. 5, 6.
| Code | MRQFM |
|---|---|
| Description | Metasedimentary rock composed largely of quartz, feldspar and mica - A class within metasedimentary rock based on modal composition. In the Rock Classification Scheme, this class includes quartzite, psammite, semipelite, and pelite. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/02, section 3.2 and figs. 5, 6. |
| Qualifiers | No qualifiers currently exist. |
| Definition | Not Available |
| Linked data | http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/MRQFM |
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.