sandstone

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Scope note
A consolidated sedimentary rock, consisting of sand grains united with a natural cementing material; the most common sand in sandstone contains quartz, with considerable feldspar, lime, mica, and clayey matter.
sandstone
Accepted term: 28-Apr-2025