After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Formation of Sedimentary Rocks 2. Classification of Sedimentary Rocks 3. Primary Structures 4. Engineering Uses. Formation of Sedimentary Rocks: The process of formation of sedimentary rocks is as follows: (i) Erosion of the existing rocks, (ii) Transportation of the eroded material, and (iii) Deposition of transported […]
Sedimentary Rocks: Formation, Classification and Uses | Petrology
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Joints: Definition, Classification and Consideration | Geology
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After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Definition of Joint 2. Classification of Joints 3. Engineering Consideration. Definition of Joint: Joints are cracks or fracture present in the rocks along which there has been no displacement. Joints occur in all types of rocks. They may be vertical, inclines or even horizontal. Their dip […]
Unconformity in Rocks: Types and Uses | Structural Geology
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After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Types of Unconformity 2. Field Evidences of Unconformities 3. Uses. Types of Unconformity: There are mainly three types of unconformity. They are: 1. Disconformity, 2. Angular unconformity, and 3. Nonconformity. 1. Disconformity: The rock beds on opposite sides of a disconformity are parallel as shown in […]