Earth and Planetary Sciences
7 years ago

Coastal Dynamics Uncover Ancient Sedimentary Sequence in Colombia's Pacific Coast.

Geologica Acta
Ladrilleros-Juanchacho Sedimentary Sequence (LJSS) outcrop
E. Osorio-Granada, Raúl Trejos-Tamayo

Paper Summary

The LJSS outcrop in Colombia shows layers of sandstone and mudstone sloping southward. The ground is sandy due to coastal processes. A photo was taken from a high point on the LJSS facing southeast.

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