Sedimentary structures: Shallow marine
A look at intertidal through subtidal deposits in outcrop This is part of the How To…series on describing sedimentary rocks […]
Mineralogy of evaporites: the rise of diapirs
This post focuses on the initiation and growth of diapirs This is part of the How To…series on evaporites Salt
The mineralogy of evaporites – salt tectonics
This post focuses on the mechanics of salt flow and diapirism This is part of the How To…series on evaporites
Mineralogy of evaporites: Marine basins
Deposition of marine platform and basin-wide evaporites This is part of the How To…series on evaporites The number and variety
Sediment transport: Bedload and suspension load
The movement of loose sediment by bedload and suspension loads in flowing water and air This is part of the
Mineralogy of evaporites: Death Valley hydrology
The hydrogeology and brine evolution of Death Valley waters This is part of the How To…series on evaporites Death Valley
Mineralogy of evaporites: saline lake brines
The evolution of brines that produce saline lake evaporites. This is part of the How To…series on evaporites Seawater
Mineralogy of evaporites: Saline lakes
Saline lake evaporites – some general physical and chemical conditions This is part of the How To…series on evaporites Evaporites
Mineralogy of carbonates; Sabkhas
Modern marine sabkhas – transitions between carbonates and evaporites This is part of the How To…series on carbonate rocks The
Mineralogy of carbonates; Pressure solution
Pressure solution and stylolite formation in carbonates. This is part of the How To…series on carbonate rocks Pressure solution takes