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Sedimentology

Sedimentary Environments and Depositional Systems

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This topic explores the various sedimentary environments where sediments are deposited, including fluvial, marine, aeolian, and glacial environments. Students will learn how to interpret sedimentary structures to understand the depositional history of a rock unit.

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Unit Syllabus 7 Topics
1
Introduction to Sedimentology
Sedimentary Rocks and Their Classification
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Sedimentary Environments and Depositional Systems
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Diagenesis and Lithification of Sediments
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Sedimentary Structures and Bedding
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Sequence Stratigraphy and Basin Analysis
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Sediment Transport and Depositional Processes
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