Chainman Formation
| Chainman Formation Stratigraphic range: Carboniferous | |
|---|---|
| Type | Formation |
| Lithology | |
| Primary | shale |
| Location | |
| Region | Nevada |
| Country | United States |
The Chainman Formation is a geologic formation in Nevada. It preserves fossils dating back to the Carboniferous period.
See also[]
References[]
- Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 17 December 2021.
{{cite web}}:|author=has generic name (help) - Oilshalegas.com; Chainman Shale - Nevada Oil & Gas
- Oil & Gas Journal: "Nevada's Chainman shale shows exploration potential", 06/02/2014
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- Geography of White Pine County, Nevada
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