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Arcturus Formation

Geologic formation in Nevada and Utah, United States From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Arcturus Formation is a geologic formation in Nevada and Utah, United States.[1] It preserves fossils dating back to the Permian period. Platy limestone with silty interbeds characterize this formation. It lies above Riepetown Formation and below Kaibab Formation.[2]

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Arcturus Formation
Stratigraphic range: Permian
TypeFormation
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RegionNevada, Utah
CountryUnited States
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