Atlas of Trace Fossils in Well Core: Appearance, Taxonomy and Interpretation

Synopsis

This book provides the reader with a well-balanced blend of high-quality photographs, figures and accompanied text for the identification of trace fossils both in core and in outcrop. Ichnological data become more and more crucial in sedimentological and paleoenvironmental interpretations, not only in the exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbons but also in the characterization of aquifers and in scientific drilling. After an introduction to the study of trace fossils in core and an outlining of ichnological basics, principles and concepts, the book continues with a detailed description and interpretation of 39 trace fossils (ichnogenera) and associated features (such as bioturbate texture, plant roots and their traces, borings and pseudo-trace fossils) commonly encountered in well cores and in outcrop. The trace fossils are highlighted by their expression in well core, nicely illustrated with carefully prepared eye-catching core photographs. This unique information is complemented with examples of trace fossils in outcrop, as well as relevant key figures from the literature. Each description is presented in a consistent manner, stating the ichnogenus name and author in the title, followed by sections about morphology and size, ichnotaxonomy, substrate, appearance in core, similar trace fossils, producers, ethology, depositional environment, ichnofacies, age as well as reservoir quality. The book is rounded off with an extensive list of references for further reading. The material for the book originates from the author's continuous work with trace fossils in core over the last two decades.

Copyright:

2017

Book Details

Book Quality:

Publisher Quality

ISBN-13:

9783319498379

Related ISBNs:

9783319498362

Publisher:

Springer International Publishing, Cham

Date of Addition:

07/22/18

Copyrighted By:

Springer

Adult content:

No

Language:

English

Has Image Descriptions:

No

Categories:

Nonfiction, Science, Animals

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Bookshare Staff

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This is a copyrighted book.