Objectives:

Upon completion of this unit students should be able to: Classify clastic sediments and sedimentary rocks based on grain size Discuss fluid density, fluid viscosity and their effects on grain transport Distinguish between dynamic viscosity and kinematic viscosity Define laminar and turbulent flow using the Reynolds equation Explain particle entrainment, including relevant forces that act on a particle Use the Hjulstrom curve to distinguish between erosion and deposition for particular grain sizes Give a conceptual explanation of Stoke's law

Reading Assignments:

Lecture 2: Classification of siliciclastic sedimentary rocks- Boggs, 5th edition, pp. 101-123 Lecture 3: Fundamentals of fluid flow- Boggs, 5th edition, pp. 19-31 The second reading assignment is for week 2, and will be due Wednesday February 6. Reading log

 

Class notes:

Lecture 2 notes Lecture 3 notes

 

Graphics from lectures:

Lecture 2 graphics Lecture 3 graphics

Lab week 2:

In lab this week we will look at grain size in clastic sedimentary rocks.  I will split the lab into two groups, and you will take turns running the rotap sieve shaker and making a grain size key.   Lab solution: Click here for the lab solution: Week 2 lab key