Arkoses

/ɑːrˈkoʊsɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of arkose; multiple types or samples of feldspar-rich sandstone.

Etymology

Regular plural of arkose using the English '-es' ending added to the noun arkose.

Kelly Says

Geologists love studying arkoses in cross-sections because the different layers tell stories of ancient mountain-building events and climate changes over millions of years.

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