Lithofacies
Lithofacies may refer to:
- A mappable subdivision of a designated stratigraphic unit, distinguished from adjacent subdivisions on the basis of lithology; a facies characterized by particular lithologic features.
- The rock record of any particular sedimentary environment, including both physical and organic characteristics.
- cf: Lithotope
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