Fabric, Porosity, & Permeability of Detrital Sediment - Gravel, Sand, Shale, & Limestone

This course covers the fabrics and textures of detrital sediment and sedimentary rocks, focusing on apposition fabrics that orient grains by gravitational forces and fluid flow. Students will learn about imbrication in gravel grains, preferred orientation of sand grains, and flattened platy grains of shales. The course explores the impact of packing, compaction, and lithification on porosity and permeability of rocks. The teaching method involves video lectures with detailed explanations and visual examples. This course is intended for geology enthusiasts, students, teachers, and professionals interested in sedimentology and sedimentary rocks.