Definitions

1. noun

A type of marine deposit where calcium carbonate is precipitated out of sea water, often as a result of the decomposition of organic matter.

“The geologist studied the ureotelism found on the ocean floor to understand its role in the Earth’s ecosystem.”

2. noun

A type of sedimentary rock formed from the accumulation of calcium carbonate, often found in marine environments.

“The geologist identified the ureotelism as a key indicator of past ocean chemistry.”