Formation of Novaculite

Novaculite

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1 Formation

1.1 Formation

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

1.2 Composition

1.2.1 Mineral Content

Quartz, Silicon

1.2.2 Compound Content

Ca, Silicon Dioxide

1.3 Transformation

1.3.1 Metamorphism

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19% - Sedimentary Rocks Rocks have it ! ▶

1.3.2 Types of Metamorphism

Not Applicable

1.3.3 Weathering

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78% - Sedimentary Rocks Rocks have it ! ▶

1.3.4 Types of Weathering

Not Applicable

1.3.5 Erosion

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86% - Sedimentary Rocks Rocks have it ! ▶

1.3.6 Types of Erosion

Chemical Erosion, Coastal Erosion, Glacier Erosion

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Novaculite Formation

Novaculite formation took place millions of years ago. There are a variety of Novaculite Uses and the Novaculite 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 Novaculite is explained below:

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

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