Question

what are calcareous rocks ?​

Answer 1

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Calcareous rocks are predominantly carbonate rocks, usually limestone or dolostone. Typically form in a stable continental shelf environment along a passive margin. They may be pure carbonate, or they may contain variable amounts of other precipitates (such as chert or hematite) or detrital material (sand, clays, etc.)

Answer 2

Answer:

Calcareous rocks are predominantly carbonate rocks, usually limestone or dolostone. Typically form in a stable continental shelf environment along a passive margin. They may be pure carbonate, or they may contain variable amounts of other precipitates (such as chert or hematite)