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Eduncle posted an MCQ
October 18, 2019 • 15:39 pm 0 points
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  • Geology (GG)

A sandstone with less than 15% matrix content is known as:

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    Arenites are types of sandstone that have less than 15% clay matrix in between the framework grains.
    Arenite (Latin Arena, sand) is a sedimentary clastic rock with sand grain size between 0.0625 mm (0.00246 in) and 2 mm (0.08 in) and contain less than 15% matrix. 

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