Wittering Formation

The Wittering Formation is a geologic formation in England. It preserves fossils dating back to the Paleogene period.[1]

Wittering Formation
Stratigraphic range: Ypresian - Lutetian
TypeFormation
Sub-unitsBracklesham Group
UnderliesEarnley Sand Formation
OverliesLondon Clay, Thames Group
Thickness40-53 m
Lithology
Primaryclay
Othersand
Location
RegionEngland
CountryHampshire Basin, United Kingdom
Type section
Named forWittering

See also

References
  • Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 8 July 2014.
  1. "Wittering Formation". The BGS Lexicon of Named Rock Units. British Geological Survey. Retrieved 25 March 2015.


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