Plattensandstein

The Plattensandstein is a Middle Triassic (Anisian) geologic formation in southern Germany and northern Switzerland. Fossil theropod tracks have been reported from the formation.

Plattensandstein
Stratigraphic range: Anisian
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TypeGeological formation
Unit ofUpper Buntsandstein
UnderliesRöt Formation
Lithology
PrimarySandstone
OtherMudstone
Location
Coordinates47.6°N 7.8°E / 47.6; 7.8
Approximate paleocoordinates12.8°N 18.8°E / 12.8; 18.8
Country Germany
 Switzerland
Plattensandstein (Germany)

Plattensandstein is used in Germany as a natural building stone. It derives its name from the fact that it is usually fissile into slabs with a thickness of several centimeters.

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