kerogen

kerogen Definition

kero·gen (ker′ə jən)

noun

solid bituminous material in some shales, which yields petroleum when heated

Etymology: < Gr kēros, wax + -gen

kerogen Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

layer: Many species of these are found in the various Kimmeridge Clay beds, often buried in the peeled kerogen layers.

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