Hinton Formation
Hinton Formation | |
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Stratigraphic range: Serpukhovian | |
![]() The Hinton Formation in Upper Mississippian, West Virginia. | |
Type | Formation |
Underlies | Princeton Sandstone |
Overlies | Bluefield Formation |
Location | |
Region | Appalachia and Southeastern United States |
Country | United States |
Extent | Virginia and West Virginia |
The Hinton Formation is a geologic formation in West Virginia. It preserves fossils dating back to the Carboniferous period. It is mainly made up of limestone, sandstone, and shale.
See also
References
- Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Archived from the original on 25 March 2022. Retrieved 17 December 2021.
- "West Virginia Geology: Earth Science Studies." Accessed May 16, 2017.
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