Mudstone look-alikes

Mudstone

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Several rocks and minerals can be confused with Mudstone. Below are documented look-alikes and the features that tell them apart. Never rely on a single feature. Always check multiple properties.

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Shale

Also known as: Fissile Mudstone

Siltstone

Also known as: Aleurolite

Claystone

Also known as: Argillite (when indurated)

Argillite

Also known as: Indurated Mudstone

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