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Formation of carboniferous limestone
The geological formation of carboniferous limestone rock is illustrated. Fossil formation is mentioned but not shown.
An animation shows the build up of layers of calcite (from marine organisms) combined with silt and sand which together form a grey, hard rock called limestone.
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