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Fig. 26

From: The turbidite-contourite-tidalite-baroclinite-hybridite problem: orthodoxy vs. empirical evidence behind the “Bouma Sequence”

Fig. 26

a Sedimentological log of an amalgamated sandstone unit showing sigmoidal cross-bedding with tangential toeset. Note inverse grading below and lenticular layers above; b Outcrop photograph showing sigmoidal cross-bedding (top arrow) with tangential toeset in coarse- to granule-grade sandstone. Note mud/mica-draped (dark colored) stratification. Note inversely graded gravel layer below (bottom arrow). Arrows show stratigraphic position of photo. Annot Sandstone (Eocene–Oligocene), Peira Cava area, French Maritime Alps. From Shanmugam (2002). Copyright Clearance Center’s RightsLink: Licensee: G. Shanmugam. License Number: 4987691025593 License Date: January 14, 2021

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