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Rivers Gone Wild! When Rivers Plunge into Lakes and Oceans, They Make a Mess (and Cool Rocks)
Hyperpycnal flows, formed when dense river discharges plunge into lakes or oceans, create unique deposits called hyperpycnites. These deposits differ depending on the flow type (pebbly, sandy, muddy), with variations arising from factors like flow duration, sediment concentration, and basin salinity. Lofting, caused by freshwater buoyancy, is unique to marine/saline settings and creates distinctive rhythmites in hyperpycnites.
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This paper presents a well-organized overview of hyperpycnal flows and their deposits. The conceptual models and facies analysis are valuable contributions to the field, but the lack of robust quantitative data and potential for subjective interpretation prevent a top rating.
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