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Formation of Chert

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Formation

Formation

Chert forms when microcrystals of silicon dioxide grow within soft sediments that become limestone or chalk. The chert formation can be either of chemical or biological origin.

Composition

Mineral Content

Quartz, Silicon

Compound Content

Silicon Dioxide

Transformation

Metamorphism

17% - Sedimentary Rocks Rocks

Types of Metamorphism

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Weathering

78% - Sedimentary Rocks Rocks

Types of Weathering

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Erosion

86% - Sedimentary Rocks Rocks have it !

Types of Erosion

Chemical Erosion

Chert Formation

Chert formation took place millions of years ago. There are a variety of Chert Uses and the Chert Reserves are found in many countries around the world. The rocks in the earth’s crust continuously undergo changes in their composition which leads to formation of other rocks. Each rock has a unique formation process. Formation of Chert is explained below:

  • Chert forms when microcrystals of silicon dioxide grow within soft sediments that become limestone or chalk. The chert formation can be either of chemical or biological origin.

Along with Chert Formation, also learn about Chert composition and transformation in the next section.