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An introduction to carbonate sediments and rocks

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OSTI ID:6755454
This book provides an approach to the study of carbonate sediments and sedimentary rocks. Topics covered include the following: nature and origins of common carbonate grains; processes of sedimentation; the growth and structure of coral reefs; distribution of modern marine carbonates; diagenesis; classification of limestone; facies models and sequences in ancient limestone; economic aspects; and field and laboratory techniques.
OSTI ID:
6755454
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English