kalliokerrostumia
Kalliokerrostumia is the term used to describe the observable layering or beds within rocks, most commonly in sedimentary rocks. The concept refers to the systematic arrangement of rock material into discrete layers that reflect a sequence of deposition over time. Each bed represents a period of sediment accumulation, followed by lithification through compaction and cementation.
Formation and features: Layering results from changes in the depositional environment, such as sediment supply, water
Importance and interpretation: Kalliokerrostumia provides essential information for interpreting ancient environments, sediment provenance, and relative ages
Related concepts: In contrast to kalliokerrostumia, metamorphic or igneous processes can create different forms of layering,