Foraminiferal ooze is a type of deep-sea sediment composed primarily of the calcareous shells of foraminifera. This sediment is widespread in the world’s oceans and plays a crucial role in paleoceanography, as it provides a detailed record of past oceanic conditions and climate changes.
Reference: Murray, J. W. (2006). Ecology and Applications of Benthic Foraminifera. Cambridge University Press.