Laurel Formation
| Laurel Limestone Stratigraphic range: Sheinwoodian - Homerian[1] | |
|---|---|
| Type | Formation |
| Underlies | Massie Shale and Waldron Shale |
| Overlies | Osgood Shale |
| Location | |
| Country | United States |
| Extent | Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, and Ohio |
The Laurel Formation, also known as the Laurel Limestone or the Laurel Dolomite, is a geologic formation in Indiana and Kentucky. It preserves fossils dating back to the Silurian period.
See also
References
- Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Archived from the original on 31 July 2014. Retrieved 22 June 2014.
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