Glossary: Geochemistry and diagenesis May 13, 2021 See also the companion Glossary of Petrography and Petrology 1:1 clay layers: All crystalline clay Read More »
Glossary: Petrography and petrology May 13, 2021 See companion glossaries: Geochemistry and diagenesis Paleontology Sedimentary facies and processes Actinolite: see Tremolite Aegirine Read More »
Glossary: Sedimentary basins and tectonics May 13, 2021 Companion glossaries Abyssal plain: The deepest parts of the oceans at 4000-8000 m, covering 83% Read More »
Glossary: Sedimentary structures May 13, 2021 Companion glossaries Angle of repose: The natural slope of loose, cohesionless sedimentary particles (sand, gravel) Read More »
Glossary: Sedimentary facies and processes May 13, 2021 Companion glossaries Ablation: The removal of ice and snow by melting, evaporation, wind erosion, sublimation Read More »