The Belmont Formation is a geologic formation in Grenada. It preserves fossils dating back to the Burdigalian period.[1]
Belmont Formation | |
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Stratigraphic range: Burdigalian | |
Type | Formation |
Sub-units | Kendace Calcareous Silt Member |
Lithology | |
Primary | Siltstone |
Other | Sandstone |
Location | |
Coordinates | 12.5°N 61.4°W |
Approximate paleocoordinates | 12.2°N 60.2°W |
Region | Carriacou |
Country | ![]() |
Type section | |
Named for | Belmont |
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