Processes studied under sedimentology, the atlas's discipline for the formation, deposition and lithification of sedimentary rock. Includes Diagenesis, the physical and chemical changes loose sediment undergoes after deposition and before full lithification, and Lithification, the final compaction and cementation that turns loose sediment into solid sedimentary rock. Belongs here: a process whose primary discipline is the transformation of loose sediment into sedimentary rock. Does not belong here: the high heat and pressure transformation of already-solid rock into a new form (Petrology), or the broader erosion and transport that produces the sediment in the first place (Geology).
Facts
Comparison
Field of StudySedimentology encompasses the study of modern sediments such as sand, silt, and clay, and the processes that result in their formation (erosion and weathering), transport, deposition and diagenesis. 1 Browse By
Sources
1. Sedimentology (Wikipedia)
Wikimedia FoundationSedimentology, lead section (process-discipline bucket)Quote, Sedimentology, lead section (process-discipline bucket)
Sedimentology encompasses the study of modern sediments such as sand, silt, and clay, and the processes that result in their formation (erosion and weathering), transport, deposition and diagenesis.
Reader Challenges (0)
No disputes yet. Spotted an error or a better source? Open the first one.
Sign in to dispute this or suggest a correction.