Word Formation
| Word Formation Stratigraphic range: Permian | |
|---|---|
| Type | Formation |
| Location | |
| Region | Texas |
| Country | United States |
The Word Formation is a geologic formation in Texas. It preserves fossils dating back to the Permian period. It is probably named for the Word Ranch in the Glass Mountains of Brewster County.[1]
The Wordian Age of the Permian Period is named for the Word Formation.
See also
References
- ↑ https://ngmdb.usgs.gov/Geolex/UnitRefs/WordRefs_11238.html retrieved 5th January 2017
- Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 8 July 2014.
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