Overview
Sedimentary processes in stratigraphy are essential for understanding how sediments are formed, transported, and deposited over time. These processes lead to the creation of sedimentary rock layers, which hold valuable information about Earth's history and past environments. By studying these layers...
Key Terms
Example: Sand and clay are common types of sediment.
Example: Rivers erode the banks, carrying sediment downstream.
Example: Sediments are deposited at the mouth of a river, creating deltas.
Example: Geologists use stratigraphy to date rock formations.
Example: Wind can transport sand dunes across a desert.
Example: Rivers sort sediments, with larger particles settling first.
Related Topics
Igneous Processes
Study of how igneous rocks form from molten material and their role in the rock cycle.
intermediateMetamorphic Processes
Exploration of how existing rocks change under heat and pressure to form metamorphic rocks.
intermediateGeological Time Scale
Understanding the timeline of Earth's history and the events that shaped it.
advancedKey Concepts
Sediment FormationTransport MechanismsDepositionStratigraphic Layers