Definitions

1. adjective

Of or relating to the formation of fossil fuels from organic matter in a reducing environment without oxygen.

“The scientist specialized in studying the sapropelic processes that occurred thousands of years ago.”

2. adjective

Relating to or characteristic of the formation of kerogen or other fossil fuels from organic matter in a reducing environment without oxygen.

“The sedimentary rocks exhibited sapropelic characteristics due to the high organic content.”

3. noun

A type of organic matter that is rich in kerogen and forms in a reducing environment without oxygen.

“The sapropelic deposits were found to be an excellent source of fossil fuels.”