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SYMMETRIC RIPPLE MARK [1 record]

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Record 1 2012-03-02

English

Subject field(s)
  • Geology
DEF

A ripple mark having a symmetric profile in cross-section, being similarly shaped on both sides of the crest which, in plan view, is predominantly straight ...

OBS

As opposed to "asymmetric ripple mark."

French

Domaine(s)
  • Géologie
DEF

Ride présentant des pentes identiques en amont et en aval.

CONT

[...] les rides symétriques [...] sont dues au mouvement symétrique des vagues [...]. [Ce groupe] est formé dans des courants oscillants, alternatifs. Ces rides présentent un profil symétrique, avec des crêtes ou de rares sillons anguleux.

Spanish

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