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It smells like clay because that is what it's made out of.

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What is similarities between shale and slate?

Slate and shale have the same make-up. Slate is formed from sedimentary shale by pressure and heat. Wet shale has the same smell that wet slate has.


What does shale smell like?

Shale itself typically has no distinct smell, as it is a sedimentary rock composed mainly of clay and silt-sized particles. However, certain types of shale, especially those rich in organic material or hydrocarbons, may emit a noticeable odor reminiscent of oil or gas when disturbed. This can include a petroleum-like scent, particularly in areas where natural gas is present. Overall, the smell can vary depending on the composition and the presence of organic materials.


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"Petrichor". The pleasant fragrance that accompanies the first rain after a dry spell is called "petrichor".


What part of speech is shale?

Shale is a noun.


Is shale gas found under the see?

It can be. It is found in a rock type called shale and is produced in the shale form the original bio mater included in the deposition of the shale. If a unit of shale lithology is to be found on the continental shelf strata then it is likely that that shale will contain shale gas and it will be under the sea.


What is metamorphic shale?

The Shale is not a metamorphic rock it is a sedimentary rock.


Is shale a chemical rock?

No, shale is clastic.


What rock is most likely to be shale?

Shale.


Does shale attracted to magnet?

No, shale is not magnetic.


What is another name for shale?

Another name for shale is mudstone


What does shale rock turn into?

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What is the birth name of Melanee Shale?

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