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CalcareousCalcareous refers to a sediment, sedimentary rock, or soil type which is formed from or contains a high proportion of calcium carbonate in the form of calcite or aragonite. Additional recommended knowledgeCalcareous rock also refers to sediments derived near land. The carbon content is high due to life-derived sediments. The farther from land sediments fall, the less calcareous the are, usually. There are of course exceptions. Some areas can have inter bedded calcareous sediments due to storms or changes in ocean currents.
Australian soil classificationUnder the ASC calcarosols are calcareous throughout their profile
Categories: Sedimentary rocks | Soil chemistry |
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