ISSN:
1437-3262
Keywords:
Sequence stratigraphy
;
Coal-bearing strata
;
Black Warrior basin, USA
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Geosciences
Notes:
Abstract Carboniferous strata provide an excellent example on which to test the application of genetic stratigraphic and sequence stratigraphic concepts. Both approaches are employed in the evaluation of the coal-bearing strata of the Black Warrior basin, south-eastern USA. Bounding hiatal surfaces have been recognized in the succession of rock that includes the Mary Lee coal zone. Within the framework of genetic stratigraphy, one genetic sequence has been identified comprised of offlap (progradational and aggradational facies) and onlap (aggradational and transgressive facies) components. Seven parasequence sets have been delimited according to the concepts of sequence stratigraphy. These have been ascribed to transgressive, highstand and shelf margin systems tracts. The identification of components of these contrasting frameworks provide the basis for evaluating other Carboniferous strata.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00191827
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