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TIL about a rock conglomerate called Puddingstone, which consists of colorful rounded pebbles in a cemented matrix. It's said to be named after Christmas pudding, aka "Figgy Pudding," due to its occasional resemblance to the dried fruit dish, especially when polished.

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