Limestone and Shale

Limestone

Limestone noun - A sedimentary rock consisting mainly of calcium that was deposited by the remains of marine animals.
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Shale and limestone are semantically related. in rock formed from sediment topic. In some cases you can use "Shale" instead a noun "Limestone".

Shale

Shale noun - A sedimentary rock formed by the deposition of successive layers of clay.
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Limestone and shale are semantically related. You can use "Limestone" instead a noun "Shale".
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