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Geologic formation in New South Wales

Munmorah Conglomerate

Stratigraphic range: Early-Triassic Preκž’ κž’ O S D C P T J K Pg N
Bird Island, Central Coast, Australia
TypeGeological formation
Unit ofNarrabeen Group
OverliesNewcastle Coal Measures
Thicknessup to 140 metres (460 ft)
Lithology
PrimaryMedium to coarse-grained sandstone and conglomerate
OtherMinor amounts of siltstone and claystone
Location
RegionSydney Basin
CountryAustralia

Munmorah Conglomerate is a geologic formation in the Sydney Basin in eastern Australia. This stratum is up to 140 metres thick. Formed in the early-Triassic, it is part of the Narrabeen Group of sedimentary rocks. This formation includes medium to coarse-grained sandstone and conglomerate. With minor amounts of siltstone and claystone. Below the Munmorah Conglomerates are Newcastle Coal Measures, originating from the Permian.

See also

References

  1. "Munmorah Conglomerate". Geo Science Australia. Australian Government. Retrieved 19 January 2020.
  2. "Aboriginal Archaeological Assessment & Statement of Heritage Impact Proposed Gas Turbine Facility Munmorah Power Station" (PDF). Heritage Concepts Pty Ltd- Archaeological & Cultural Heritage Management. Snowy Hydro. Retrieved 20 January 2020.


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