On certain slump structures in the torridonian sandstones of applecross
By: Stewart, A.D
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ArticleDescription: 205-218pp ; Illustration.Subject(s): Torridonian sandstone - Scotland | Slump structures | Soft sediment deformation - Scotland
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Geological magazine : Vol. 100 Iss. 1-6 Year. 1963Summary: Abstract
Two types of slumps are described; small sag and drop-shaped structures in the fine sandstones which develop out of iron-ore rich laminae, and the much larger slump folds in the coarse sandstones which have wavelengths of 25 to 200 cm. and are characterized by open “synclines” linked by pointed “anticlines”. Complex structures are common. It is suggested that liquifaction of the lower parts of the slumped beds has resulted in collapse of the upper parts. Kuenen's pseudo-nodule experiments reproduce many of the observed structures.
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Abstract
Two types of slumps are described; small sag and drop-shaped structures in the fine sandstones which develop out of iron-ore rich laminae, and the much larger slump folds in the coarse sandstones which have wavelengths of 25 to 200 cm. and are characterized by open “synclines” linked by pointed “anticlines”. Complex structures are common. It is suggested that liquifaction of the lower parts of the slumped beds has resulted in collapse of the upper parts. Kuenen's pseudo-nodule experiments reproduce many of the observed structures.
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