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turbidite
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turbidite [′tər·bə‚dīt]
(geology)
Any sediment or rock transported and deposited by a turbidity current, generally characterized by graded bedding, large amounts of matrix, and commonly exhibiting a Bouma sequence.


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The Etisong-1 well was drilled to 2,207 metres and produced from turbiditic reservoirs more than 6,000 b/d during the test.
These units are unconformably overlain by thick turbiditic deposits of Late Cretaceous age which are widely distributed in the region.
Impure limestone beds containing up to 30% clastic material are recognized and are also considered to be turbiditic in origin.
 
 
 
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