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Lithological map and mapping - Global map
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Understanding Lithological Maps: The Basics

Lithological maps are geological maps with the graphic, spatial representation of rock type, distribution, and other physical features, including that of unconsolidated surficial materials. These

Categories Stratigraphy
What is lithology, examples, descriptions
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What Is Lithology and What Does It Entail?

Lithology studies physical properties like color, texture, composition, or grain size of visible rock outcrop units, core, or hand samples, including with a low magnification

Categories Rocks, Stratigraphy
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