by Gelogia Team | Feb 8, 2025 | Structural Geology
The Concept of Metamorphic Facies, introduced by Eskola in 1915, classifies metamorphic rocks based on mineral assemblages formed under specific temperature and pressure conditions. Each facies represents a distinct P-T field, aiding in the study of metamorphic...
by Gelogia Team | Feb 8, 2025 | Structural Geology, Uncategorized
What are Metamorphic Facies? A metamorphic facies consists of metamorphic mineral assemblages that repeatedly develop in rocks with various bulk chemical compositions across different locations and times, reflecting specific metamorphic conditions. If a rock forms...
by Gelogia Team | Feb 1, 2025 | Petrology
Types of Protoliths: The following rock properties allow the recognition of protoliths: Relict fabrics: In low-grade metamorphic rocks where recrystallization has not created large new grains or substantial deformation has not taken place, boundaries of original...
by Gelogia Team | Jan 31, 2025 | Hydrology
What is Coral Reef? Coral reefs are diverse underwater ecosystems held together by calcium carbonate structures secreted by corals. They are built by colonies of tiny animals and are found in marine water that contains few nutrients. Most coral reefs are built from...
by Gelogia Team | Jan 24, 2025 | Petrology
Sedimentology, the study of sedimentary rocks and their formation, is essential in geology. Its applications span engineering, petroleum, hydrogeology, economic geology, environmental science, and paleontology. What is Sedimentology? There is a term called...
