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Vocabulary Entry
shale
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A type of sedimentary rock that is composed of clay and small mineral particles.
Example Sentences
"The workers extracted shale from the quarry."
"Shale is often used in the production of bricks."
"Geologists study shale formations to understand ancient environments."
V
verb
To break or separate into thin layers or plates.
Example Sentences
"The rock began to shale as it weathered over time."
"Please ensure you shales the clay evenly before molding."
"As the fossil was exposed, it started to shale away from the surrounding stone."