Durlston Formation
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The Durlston Formation is a geologic formation in England. Particularly in the Isle of Purbeck. It preserves fossils dating back to the Berriasian stage of the Lower Cretaceous.[1]
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Durlston Formation | |
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Stratigraphic range: Berriasian 145–139 Ma | |
Type | Formation |
Unit of | Purbeck Group |
Sub-units | Stair Hole Member, Peveril Point Member |
Underlies | Wessex Formation, Ashdown Formation |
Overlies | Lulworth Formation |
Thickness | 18 to 57 m |
Lithology | |
Primary | limestone and mudstone |
Location | |
Region | England |
Country | United Kingdom |
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Named for | Durlston Bay |
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