claystones

[US]/[ˈkleɪstəʊn]/
[UK]/[ˈkleɪstəʊn]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A sedimentary rock formed primarily of clay minerals.; A type of shale.

Phrases & Collocations

claystones form

analyzing claystones

claystones contain

rich claystones

claystones erode

studying claystones

claystone deposits

claystones weather

finding claystones

claystone sequence

Example Sentences

the geologist studied the layered claystones in the outcrop.

erosion has significantly weathered the claystones over time.

the ancient claystones contained fossilized plant remains.

we found several shale and claystones during the survey.

the claystones formed in a low-energy depositional environment.

the core samples revealed fine-grained claystones.

the presence of claystones indicates a lacustrine setting.

the claystones were rich in iron and aluminum oxides.

we analyzed the claystones for their mineral composition.

the claystones exhibited a characteristic fissility.

the reservoir quality of the claystones is generally poor.

the claystones are often associated with mudstone formations.

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