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TitleCarlile Shale, North Dakota
DescriptionShale of the Carlile Formation, among the oldest bedrock formations exposed in North Dakota. Notice the abundant, large concretions and selenite (gypsum) crystals. The yellow mineral on the surface in places is sulfur, and the odor of sulfur is at times apparent.
LocationUSA ▹ North Dakota ▹ Cavalier. Near Vang. Vang quadrangle.
PhotographerJoseph Hartman. 2002-05-07.
CollectionJoseph Hartman C9392.
Key words02e, Carlile, shale
Tech details732 KB. Kodachrome, TIFF.
GeoDIL number2844