Sedimentaryy Flashcards
(9 cards)
What is the importance of fluvial sedimentary rocks?
Fluvial sedimentary rocks are significant for understanding geological history and processes.
What are sub-environments in fluvial systems?
Sub-environments refer to the specific landforms within fluvial systems.
What processes occur in fluvial systems?
Processes in fluvial systems include erosion, transportation, and deposition.
What are the main products of fluvial systems?
The main rock types produced in fluvial systems include sandstone, siltstone, and conglomerate.
How are fluvial systems classified?
Fluvial systems are classified based on their morphology and sedimentary features.
What is the difference between low and high sinuosity fluvial facies models?
Low sinuosity models are characterized by straight channels, while high sinuosity models feature meandering channels.
Fill in the blank: Sedimentary strata with a reddish hue are informally known as _______.
‘red beds’
True or False: Iron commonly reacts with oxygen in semi-arid climatic settings to produce a rust-like mineral coating.
True
What mineral commonly coats clastic particles in semi-arid river sediments?
Haematite
