Quartermaster Formation

Summary

The Quartermaster Formation is a geologic formation in Texas. It preserves fossils dating back to the Permian period.[1]

Quartermaster Formation
Stratigraphic range: Changhsingian
~254–252.3 Ma
TypeFormation
Sub-unitsDoxey Member
Lithology
PrimaryDolomite
Location
Coordinates34°36′N 101°12′W / 34.6°N 101.2°W / 34.6; -101.2
Approximate paleocoordinates2°42′N 30°42′W / 2.7°N 30.7°W / 2.7; -30.7
RegionTexas
Country United States
Quartermaster Formation is located in the United States
Quartermaster Formation
Quartermaster Formation (the United States)
Quartermaster Formation is located in Texas
Quartermaster Formation
Quartermaster Formation (Texas)

See also edit

References edit

  1. ^ Quartermaster Formation at Fossilworks.org

Further reading edit

  • R. Roth, N.D. Newell, and B.H. Burma. 1941. Permian pelecypods in the lower Quartermaster Formation, Texas. Journal of Paleontology 15(3):312-317