Sedimentary Rock Collection

Lyme Regis
The Lower Jurassic cliffs incorporating Lower Lias and Charmouth Mudstone rocks, Charmouth, Dorset, UK

Gale Crater landscape, Mars C014 / 4934
Gale Crater landscape, as imaged by NASAs Curiosity rover on Mars. This rover, part of the Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) mission, landed here on 6 August 2012. The view looks south-south-west

Calymene blumenbachii brongniart, trilobite
This trilobite originates from the 425 million year old Devonian Wenlock Limestone, Dudley, Worcestershire

October 2019
Arid, Bryce Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, Canyons, Earth Pyramid, Exterior, Fairy Chimney, Gorges, Hoodoo, Hoodoos, Landscape, Navajo Loop Trail, Nobody, Peaceful, Reserve, Reserves

Plate 4, fig 2 Puddingstone - from Mineralienbuch
An illustration of a polished section of puddingstone. Puddingstone is a conglomerate sedimentary rock. Plate 4, fig 2 from Mineralienbuch by F. A. Schmidt, Stuttgart 1855

Oolitic limestone, with fossils. Limestone mainly consists of calcium carbonate. Ooliths, or ooids, are spherical grains of carbonate composed of concentric layers

Rocking-Stone at Brimham Rocks near Pately Bridge in Yorkshire. This shows wind erosion of horizontally-bedded sedimentary rock

Gale Crater landscape, Mars C014 / 4935
Gale Crater landscape, as imaged by NASAs Curiosity rover on Mars. This rover, part of the Mars Science Laboratory (MSL) mission, landed here on 6 August 2012. The view looks south-south-west

Spider rock, Arizona, USA
Spider Rock (lower centre left). This eroded sandstone spire is located in Canyon de Chelley National Monument, Arizona, USA

Famous Natural bridge on sunny day, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Tree growing on a rock, Sunset Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Detail of hoodoos and trees, Sunset Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Bryce Canyon amphitheater at sunrise, Inspiration Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Detail of hoodoos, Inspiration Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Bryce Canyon amphitheater at sunset, Inspiration Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Bryce Canyon amphitheater at sunset, Bryce Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Bryce Canyon amphitheater at sunrise, Sunset Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Thor's Hammer taken from Navajo Loop Trail at sunrise, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Detail of hoodoos, Sunset Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Hoodoos in Bryce Canyon, Sunrise Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Hoodoos near Sunset Point taken from Navajo Loop Trail, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Tourists hiking Navajo Loop Trail, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Thor's Hammer rock formation taken from Navajo Loop Trail, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Hikers walking on a trail among hoodoos on Queens Garden Trail inside Bryce Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Bryce Canyon amphitheater, Bryce Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Scenic view of rock formations from Queens Garden Trail, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Popular rock formation (hoodoo) named Thors Hammer taken from Navajo Loop Trail, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Hoodoos in Bryce Canyon amphitheater after sunrise, Sunset Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Bryce Canyon amphitheater, Inspiration Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Moon rising over Bryce canyon amphitheater, Bryce Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Forest in Bryce canyon surrounded by hoodoos, Bryce Point, Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah, USA

Panoramic view of White Stupa. Ulziit, Middle Gobi province, Mongolia

White Stupa in the morning light. Ulziit, Middle Gobi province, Mongolia

The sun is rising at White Stupa. Ulziit, Middle Gobi province, Mongolia

Mica schist is a rock resulting from the metamorphism of shale. Specimen originates from Grantown-on-Spey, Murrayshire

The Moeraki Boulders are large and spherical boulders lying along a stretch of Koekohe Beach

Orocopia Mountains, California

Bryce Canyon. Creator: Tom Artin
Bryce Canyon

Fountain, Europe, Mid to late 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Fountain, Europe, Mid to late 18th century

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Ireland, County Clare, The Burren, A single weathered rock sits on typical limestone landscape

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Ireland, County Clare, The Burren, Two donkeys taking it easy amidst typical rocky terrain with dry stone wall and Atlantic Ocean behind

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Ireland, County Clare, The Burren, Donkey grazing amidst typical rocky terrain with dry stone wall behind

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Ireland, County Clare, The Burren, General view of the rocky limestone landscape at Black Head

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France, Brittany, Les Tas de Pois, Pile of Peas, islets off the Pointe de Pen-Hir on the Presqu ile de Crozon

Sandstone cliff at sunset, Colorado Plateau, Kodachrome Basin State Park, Utah, USA November 2012

Sandstone formations in Goblin Valley State Park, Utah, USA November 2012

Sandstone monoliths, Colorado Plateau, Kodachrome Basin State Park, Utah, USA November 2012

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Sedimentary Rock: A Journey through Time and Space" In October 2019, within the Gale Crater landscape on Mars (C014/4934), scientists made a groundbreaking discovery. Plate 4, fig 2 Puddingstone from Mineralienbuch revealed intricate layers of sedimentary rock, offering glimpses into the planet's geological history. As we delve deeper into this captivating subject, let us explore its fascinating features. One remarkable find within these ancient rocks is Calymene blumenbachii brongniart, a trilobite fossil that provides valuable insights into prehistoric life forms. These remnants transport us back to a time when these creatures roamed Earth millions of years ago. Moving closer to home, Oolitic limestone captures our attention with its unique texture resembling fish eggs or small spheres. This distinctive formation can be found in various locations worldwide – even on Mars (C014/4935) in the Gale Crater landscape. Venturing further across continents brings us to Spider Rock in Arizona, USA. Rising majestically against the sky, this towering sandstone monolith showcases nature's artistic prowess carved by wind and water over countless millennia. Meanwhile, Micraster coranguinum (Leske), commonly known as shepherds crown echinoid, graces our exploration with its presence. Fossilized remains like these serve as silent storytellers of Earth's past inhabitants and their evolutionary journey. Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah offers breathtaking sights such as the Famous Natural Bridge basking under sunny skies. Carved by erosive forces over eons, this natural wonder stands tall amidst stunning red rock formations that leave visitors awestruck. Nature never ceases to amaze; at Sunset Point in Bryce Canyon National Park lies an enchanting sight – a tree growing tenaciously upon solid rock. Its resilience serves as a reminder of life's ability to thrive even in the harshest conditions.