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Turbidite

A turbidite is a type of sedimentary deposit that forms when high-density fluids flow down steep slopes or channels, carrying a mixture of sand, mud, and various fine-grained particles.

Definitions:

  1. (Noun) A sedimentary deposit resulting from the settling of turbidity currents.
  2. (Noun) A rock formation composed mainly of turbidite deposits.

Examples:

  • (Noun) The geologists discovered well-preserved turbidites in the deep-sea sediment cores.
  • (Noun) The formation of turbidites can provide valuable insights into ancient submarine geological processes.

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