Systil
A rock subtype
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A dull, hard rock with a conchoidal to splintery fracture derived from contact metamorphism of claystone or marly sandstone by basalt. Also used as a synonym of basalt jasper.
Unique Identifiers
Mindat ID:
50133
Long-form identifier:
mindat:1:1:50133:8
GUID
(UUID V4):
(UUID V4):
d9d2db7a-170d-4dce-ae33-97d456c30fd7
Classification of Systil
Mineralogy of Systil
Essential minerals - these are minerals that are required within the classification of this rock:
Glass | An amorphous, homogeneous material with a random liquid-like structure generally formed due to rapid cooling. |
References for Systil
Reference List:
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Fettes (et al.), Metamorphic Rocks - A Classification and Glossary of Terms (2007) Cambridge University Press
Internet Links for Systil
mindat.org URL:
https://www.mindat.org/min-50133.html
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