Chalk is primarily composed of the accumulated remains of which group of organisms?

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11 May 2018
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Chalk is mainly formed from the fossilized shells of Foraminifera, which are microscopic marine organisms. Over time, their dead shells accumulate and compact to create chalk deposits. Other groups like Actinopods, Apicomplexans, and Radiolarians do not contribute significantly to chalk formation.

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