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Oolite Definition



Definition

Definition
Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite

History

Origin
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Discoverer
William Smith

Etymology
From oo- + -lite, after German Oolit. A rock consisting of fine grains of carbonate of lime

Class
Sedimentary Rocks

Sub-Class
Durable Rock, Medium Hardness Rock

Family

Group
Volcanic

Other Categories
Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock

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Define Oolite

Oolite is one of the important type of rocks. If we have to define Oolite in general, Oolite is a sedimentary rock formed from ooids, spherical grains which are composed of concentric layers of calcite. Oolite comes under Sedimentary Rocks. All Sedimentary Rocks have similar properties and formation process. Along with Oolite Definition, know more about the History of Oolite, Etymology of Oolite in next sections.

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