biolith

biolith, any sediment formed from the remains of living organisms or through the physiological activities of organisms. Bioliths are sometimes identifiable as fossil plants or animals.

This article was most recently revised and updated by John P. Rafferty.
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Article Title: biolith
Website Name: Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher: Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published: 10 November 2006
Access Date: February 22, 2025