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Turbidite
These geological formations are known as turbidites. Turbidites are a sedimentary formation and these were formed in marine conditions. This photograph was taken in North Cornwall.
Date: 09/17/2010
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Ripple Marks
These patterns are part of a 'fossilised' sea bed. The ripple marks are part of a prehistoric sea floor.
Date: 09/17/2010
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Quartz Veins
A combination of heat and water were able to dissolve minerals in the bedrock and force them into cracks. Here they cooled and solidified to form these quartz veins.
Date: 09/17/2010
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Chevron folds
Chevron folds are very tight and have angles ranging from 70-10 degrees. They form distinct shapes in the rock strata.
Date: 09/17/2010
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River
The same waterfall further upstream.
Date: 06/24/2009
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River 2
A slightly shorter exposure.
Date: 06/24/2009
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Esker (relict landform)
A relict Esker. These sinuous ridges are once thought to be ice walled tunnels. Photographed in Norfolk
Date: 03/30/2009
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Morraine
Lake and moraine from cable car.
Date: 07/03/2009
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Avalanche
A glacial moraine. These come in several different types including lateral and push moraines.
Date: 06/26/2009
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