humic shale

/ˌ(h)jumɪk ʃeɪl/
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Definitions of humic shale
  1. noun
    shale that is rich in humic acids
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    type of:
    humate
    material that is high in humic acids
    shale
    a sedimentary rock formed by the deposition of successive layers of clay
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