What is another word for bioclastic?
Pronunciation: [bˌa͡ɪə͡ʊklˈastɪk] (IPA) 
Bioclastic is a term used to describe sedimentary rocks that are composed of fragments of biological materials like shells, bones, and plant matter. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe this type of rock formation. For example, the term biogenic shows that the material is of biological origin. Other synonyms include biogenic sedimentary rocks, skeletal sediments, shell materials, fossiliferous sediments, and organic-rich sediments. These terms all highlight the important role that living organisms play in the formation of rocks and help to describe the unique characteristics of bioclastic sediments and their importance in geological studies.
