Moquegua Formation | |
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Stratigraphic range: Chattian-Aquitanian | |
Type | Geological formation |
Underlies | Pariatambo Formation |
Overlies | Inca Formation |
Thickness | 100–200 m (330–660 ft) |
Lithology | |
Primary | Limestone |
Other | Sandstone, mudstone |
Location | |
Coordinates | 17°12′S 71°00′W / 17.2°S 71.0°W |
Approximate paleocoordinates | 18°30′S 65°12′W / 18.5°S 65.2°W |
Region | Arequipa |
Country | Peru |
Extent | Moquegua Basin |
Type section | |
Named for | Department of Moquegua |
Region | Arequipa |
Country | Peru |
Thickness at type section | 37 metres (121 ft) (tuffs) |
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