Knipe Scar Limestone

The Knipe Scar Limestone is a geologic formation in England. It preserves fossils dating back to the Carboniferous period.

Knipe Scar Limestone Formation
Stratigraphic range: Visean
Limestone outcrop on Knipescar common
TypeFormation
Unit ofGreat Scar Limestone Group
Thicknessup to 90 m[1]
Lithology
PrimaryLimestone
Location
RegionEngland
CountryUnited Kingdom
Type section
Named forKnipescar Common
LocationGreat Asby Scar

See also

References

  1. British Geological Survey. "Knipe Scar Limestone Formation". BGS Lexicon of Named Rock Units. Retrieved 2 November 2018.


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