Lithology is the basis of subdividing rock sequences into individual lithostratigraphic units for the purposes of mapping and correlation between areas. In certain applications, such as site investigations, lithology is described using a standard terminology such as in the European geotechnical standard Eurocode 7.

What is meant by lithological mapping?

Abstract: Lithological mapping is important parameters for interpretation, identification and mapping of minerals. Lithological mapping in the study area defines the characteristics of nature of rock types and their association and formation.

What is lithological study?

1 : the study of rocks. 2 : the character of a rock formation also : a rock formation having a particular set of characteristics.