Fissile rock Crossword Clue

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Best Answer:
SHALE

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

The clue "Fissile rock" leads to the answer "SHALE" for the following reasons:

  • Composition: Shale is a type of sedimentary rock that is characterized by its fissile nature, meaning it easily splits into thin layers along bedding planes.
  • Geological Definition: In geology, shale is specifically defined by its characteristics of fissility, making it a suitable match for the clue provided.
  • Common Usage: Common parlance often refers to shale as a fissile rock due to its distinctive property of cleaving easily into thin layers.

Considering these factors, the answer "SHALE" accurately corresponds with the clue "Fissile rock" in today's crossword puzzle.



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Definition of "SHALE"

soft finely stratified sedimentary rock that formed from consolidated mud or clay and can be split easily into fragile plates.


 The Crossword clue "Fissile rock" published 15 time/s & has 1 answer/s. 
CrosswordDateAnswer
Penny dell4 March 2024SHALE
Crossword Champ Premium10 August 2023SHALE
L.A. Times Daily12 April 2023SHALE
Wall Street Journal11 August 2022SHALE
Crossword Champ Pro6 March 2022SHALE
Mini Crossword1 November 2019SHALE
Universal26 May 2019SHALE
Premier Sunday – King Feature Syndicate17 January 2016SHALE
USA Today21 August 2015SHALE


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