BGS Rock Classification Scheme
Silicate-conglomerate - A type of siliciclastic rudaceous rock. In the Rock Classification Scheme, all siliciclastic rudaceous rocks are given this group name. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/03, section 2.1 and fig. 2.
Code | SICOG |
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Description | Silicate-conglomerate - A type of siliciclastic rudaceous rock. In the Rock Classification Scheme, all siliciclastic rudaceous rocks are given this group name. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/03, section 2.1 and fig. 2. |
Qualifiers | No qualifiers currently exist. |
Definition | Siliciclastic rudaceous sedimentary rock with clasts >50% from pre-existing siliceous rocks. Clasts >50% or predominantly gravel-grade, >2mm.Clasts dominantly rounded to well-rounded. Sphericity & composition not specified. |
Linked data | http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/SICOG |
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.