However, it's primarily composed of sand-sized particles, which are usually quartz grains.
Here's how you could describe sandstone scientifically:
* Lithified clastic sedimentary rock composed predominantly of quartz (SiO2) grains.
* Arenite is a more technical term for sandstone, specifically when it's composed of more than 90% quartz grains.
You could also describe it based on its specific characteristics:
* Arkosic sandstone if it contains a significant amount of feldspar.
* Graywacke if it contains a significant amount of rock fragments.
Ultimately, the "scientific name" depends on the specific type of sandstone and the level of detail you need.