by Gelogia Team | Feb 25, 2025 | Physical Geology & Geomorphology
Modes of transportation: There are three modes of transportation of sedimentary particles: Traction Siltation Suspension Traction: Commonly, sediment grains larger than sand size are transported as part of the bed load in essentially continuous contact with the bed....
by Gelogia Team | Feb 24, 2025 | Paleontology
Classification of Living Fossils: Living fossils are classified by two main characteristics. Living organisms that are members of a taxon that has remained recognizable in the fossil record over an unusually long time span. They show little morphological divergence,...
by Gelogia Team | Feb 24, 2025 | Paleontology
Suture: The suture is the position on the surface of the test where the septa join the wall of the test. With reference to the surface of the test, the sutures can either be depressed, lie in the same plane, or above the surface of the test. Thickened sutures are...
by Gelogia Team | Feb 23, 2025 | Paleontology
The Ecological Factors of Foraminifera: The ecological factors that control the distribution of foraminifera in marine environments are: Food: Foraminifera plays a prominent role in marine ecosystems as micro omnivores. They feed on- (a) Protozoa, (b) algae,...
by Gelogia Team | Feb 22, 2025 | Paleontology
Foraminifera are tiny, single-celled organisms with intricate shells called tests, made of calcium carbonate or agglutinated particles. These marine microorganisms are essential in geology and environmental science, helping date rock layers, track climate changes, and...
