A note on sand ripples developing in sandstone rock seepages of the Weald, UK

Auteur :
PENTECOST, A.

Description :
Ephemeral sand ripples are described from steep sandstone rock surfaces in the south of England. They are unconsolidated or stabilized by algae and bryophytes. The sand is transported by flowing water to produce a semi-regular pattern of sinuous ripples. Ultimately, gravitational forces or flooding lead to their destruction.


Type de document :
Article de périodique

Source :
Earth surface processes and landforms, issn : 0197-9337, 1999, vol. 24, n°. 13, p. 1257-1259, Collation : Illustration, Références bibliographiques : 4 ref.

Date :
1999

Editeur :
Pays édition : Royaume-Uni, Chichester, Wiley