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[[Siltstone]] is a sedimentary rock primarily composed of silt-sized particles. It is a form of mudrock, along with its coarser cousin, [[sandstone]], and its finer cousin, [[claystone]]. Siltstones differ significantly from sandstones due to their smaller pores and higher propensity for containing a significant clay fraction. Although they are often confused with shales, siltstones do not split into thin layers as shales do. | [[Siltstone]] is a sedimentary rock primarily composed of silt-sized particles. It is a form of mudrock, along with its coarser cousin, [[sandstone]], and its finer cousin, [[claystone]]. Siltstones differ significantly from sandstones due to their smaller pores and higher propensity for containing a significant clay fraction. Although they are often confused with shales, siltstones do not split into thin layers as shales do. | ||
[[Image:Detail-146037.jpg|thumb|center|A close-up image of a siltstone rock showing its fine-grained texture.]] | [[Image:Detail-146037.jpg|thumb|center|A close-up image of a siltstone rock showing its fine-grained texture.|class=only_on_mobile]] | ||
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== Formation == | == Formation == | ||