| Chalk Marl | |
|---|---|
| Stratigraphic range: Aptian | |
| Type | Formation |
| Unit of | Chalk Group |
| Location | |
| Region | England |
| Country |  United Kingdom |
The Chalk Marl is a former geologic formation in England.[1] It preserves fossils dating back to the Cretaceous period. Today this formation within the Chalk Group is called the West Melbury Marly Chalk Formation.
The Channel Tunnel was bored through Chalk Marl for its entire length.
See also
References
- ↑ "Welcome to the White Cliffs Countryside Project Page - What is chalk?". whitecliffscountryside.org.uk. Retrieved 20 February 2016.
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