
The term neomorphism is reserved for recrystallization of a mineral and its polymorphs to new
The term neomorphism is reserved for recrystallization of a mineral and its polymorphs to new
Outcrop expression of maximum regressive, maximum flooding, and ravinement surfaces Six stratigraphic surfaces define the
Outcrop expression of subaerial unconformities and regressive surfaces of marine erosion Six stratigraphic surfaces define
Pyroclastic surges, are dilute, ground-hugging turbulent flows of hot, juvenile volcanic particles and a fluid
I have been under the (mistaken) impression that accretionary aggregates, including accretionary lapilli, are occasional
Block and ash flows – a hot pyroclastic flows that transport big chunks of rock
Ignimbrite is a rock name. Ignimbrites form primarily from the collapse of eruption columns during
Glauconite – an important stratigraphic and paleoenvironmental indicator Glauconite is one of the most recognizable
Two important contributors to bioclastic limestones – foram tests and skeletal sponge spicules Foraminifera
Bryozoa – are a complex but important group of reef and non-reef invertebrates and