Newport Formation
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For the Newport Limestone of Jamaica, see Moneague Formation.
The Newport Formation is a geologic formation outcropping in the Sydney Basin in eastern Australia. This stratum is up to 49 metres thick. Formed in the mid-Triassic, it is part of the Narrabeen Group of sedimentary rocks.[1][2]
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Newport Formation | |
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Stratigraphic range: Mid-Triassic | |
Type | Geological formation |
Unit of | Narrabeen Group |
Thickness | up to 49 metres (160 ft) |
Location | |
Location | Sydney Basin |
Country | Australia |
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