Limestone is made up of organic material, primarily calcium carbonate. The chalk variety consists of the shells of coccolithophores, small platy animals that stack together and powder easily. Large layers of chalk indicate a low-oxygen environment, most likely ancient seafloor beds. Ideal for teaching students about rounding and sorting, as well as for identification & classification exercises. Provides an excellent example of chemically formed sedimentary rock.
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