Notch Peak Formation
| Notch Peak Formation Stratigraphic range: Cambrian | |
|---|---|
| Type | Formation |
| Location | |
| Region | Utah |
| Country | United States |
The Notch Peak Formation is a geologic formation in Utah. It preserves fossils dating back to the Cambrian period.
The Notch Peak Formation has three recognized members: Hellnmaria, Red Tops, and Lava Dam Members (in ascending order), all of which are composed of limestone and dolomite.[1] It is named after the prominent peak of the same name in the House Range of Utah's West Desert, which is its type locality.
See also
References
- ↑ Hintze, Lehi F.; Taylor, Michael E.; Miller, James F.; "Upper Cambrian-Lower Ordovician Notch Peak Formation in Western Utah"; USGS Professional Paper 1393, 1988.
- Various Contributors to the Paleobiology Database. "Fossilworks: Gateway to the Paleobiology Database". Retrieved 8 July 2014.
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