Granule (geology)

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A granule is a

Krumbein phi scale of sedimentology. Granules are generally considered to be larger than sand (0.0625 to 2 millimetres diameter) and smaller than pebbles (4 to 64 millimetres diameter). A rock made predominantly of granules is termed a granule conglomerate.[1]

See also

  • Gravel
  • Particle size (grain size)

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