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Mudstone

Mudstone is made up of tiny clay particles (less than 0.05mm) that can’t be seen with the naked eye. These tiny particles are deposited in quiet low-energy environments like tidal flats, lakes, and the deep sea. 
 

Mudstone Example 1
 
Mudstone Example 2
When mudstone is buried beneath many layers of sediment deposited on top, it may be compressed to form shale, which breaks easily into thin flakes. Uses of Mudstone
 
 
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