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Argillaceous Rock

Description: Argillaceous rock refers to a type of sedimentary rock that is primarily composed of clay minerals. It typically has a fine-grained texture and is formed by the deposition and compaction of clay particles over a long period of time. Argillaceous rocks often have a distinct lamination or bedding due to the way the clay particles settle.

Sense 1: As a noun, argillaceous rock refers to any rock primarily composed of clay minerals.

Example sentence: The cliffs along the shoreline were made up of argillaceous rock, displaying layers of different shades of clay.

Sense 2: As an adjective, argillaceous can describe any rock or soil that contains a significant amount of clay.

Example sentence: The soil in this region is highly argillaceous, making it ideal for growing certain crops.

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