Argillaceous limestone

Argillaceous limestone

A limestone containing an appreciable amount (but less than 50%) of clay; e.g., cement rock.

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Government Agency: USBM
Product: Dictionary of Mining, Mineral, & Related Terms - 2nd Edition
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