The Study Of Trace Fossils

Author : R.W. Frey
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642659232

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The Study of Trace Fossils by R.W. Frey Pdf

In 1971 I published a review of ichnology other concentrating only on traces made (Houston AAPG: SEPM Trace Fossil Field by a certain group of organisms, regardless Trip Guidebook) that I thought could be of their setting. Nevertheless, needless re dundancy has hopefully been eliminated. expanded rather easily into a worthwhile Some of the chapters are more special book on the subject. I probed that possi ized than others (because of the nature of bility for a while, thinking that I would particular topics); hence, these may be write the book myself. As I began to out somewhat less familiar or "comprehensible" line the chapters in more detail, however, than others-depending upon the reader's it soon became apparent that my personal own interests and background. Other dif knowledge of too many facets of ichnology ferences in the scope and content of vari scraped bottom all too soon. I quickly de ous chapters stem from the simple fact cided that a better book could be produced that a considerably greater backlog of pre by soliciting specific contributions from vious work is available in certain facets of other workers who, collectively, had first ichnology than in others. But we hope hand experience with virtually every aspect that all of the chapters will prove to be use of the field. That became the actual plan, ful to anyone wishing to delve 'into them. the result of which is this book.

Author : Dirk Knaust
Publisher : Springer
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2018-07-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 331984251X

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Atlas of Trace Fossils in Well Core by Dirk Knaust Pdf

This book provides readers with a well-balanced blend of high-quality photographs, figures and accompanying texts on the identification of trace fossils, both in core and in outcrop. Ichnological data has become increasingly important 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. Following an introduction to the study of trace fossils in core and an outline of ichnological basics, principles and concepts, the book provides detailed descriptions and interpretations 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 cores and illustrated with carefully prepared, eye-catching core photographs. This unique information is complemented by 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 on the morphology and size, ichnotaxonomy, substrate, appearance in core, similar trace fossils, producers, ethology, depositional environment, ichnofacies, age, and reservoir quality. An extensive list of references per chapter for further reading rounds out the book, which is based on the author’s continuous work with trace fossils in core over the past two decades.

Author : William Miller III
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 637 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2011-10-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080475356

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Trace Fossils by William Miller III Pdf

This book serves as an up-to-date introduction, as well as overview to modern trace fossil research and covers nearly all of the essential aspects of modern ichnology. Divided into three section, Trace Fossils covers the historical background and concepts of ichnology, on-going research problems, and indications about the possible future growth of the discipline and potential connections to other fields. This work is intended for a broad audience of geological and biological scientists. Workers new to the field could get a sense of the main concepts of ichnology and a clear idea of how trace fossil research is conducted. Scientists in related disciplines could find potential uses for trace fossils in their fields. And, established workers could use the book to check on the progress of their particular brand of ichnology. By design, there is something here for novice and veteran, insider and outsider, and for the biologically-oriented workers and for the sedimentary geologists. * Presents a review of the state of ichnology at the beginning of the 21st Century* Summarizes the basic concepts and methods of modern trace fossil research* Discusses crucial background information about the history of trace fossil research, the main concepts of ichnology, examples of current problems and future directions, and the potential connections to other disciplines within both biology and geology

Author : Adolf Seilacher
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 238 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2007-04-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783540472261

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Trace Fossil Analysis by Adolf Seilacher Pdf

This definitive textbook by a renowned field observer and analyst of trace fossils concentrates on the most distinctive examples, mostly made by infaunal invertebrates in originally soft sediments. It covers the whole geologic column and ranges from deep-sea to shallow-marine and continental environments. The book is designed to foster interpretative skills using the author's own drawings. They are thematically grouped in 75 plates that form the core for the descriptive text and annotated references. A glossary of ichnological terms is also provided. This book’s author is perhaps the world’s most acknowledged expert in the field of trace fossils.

Author : Paul B. Basan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:715062950

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Trace Fossil Concepts by Paul B. Basan Pdf

Author : Stephen T. Hasiotis
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105111984030

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Continental Trace Fossils by Stephen T. Hasiotis Pdf

The type, distribution, and tiering of continental tracefossils (ichnofossils) are useful tools for deciphering continental environments in both outcrop and core. This atlas presents the latest ichnological concepts and provides a comprehensive photocatalogue of nearly the entire suite of major terrestrial and freshwater trace fossils that geoscientists will encounter. The book is separated into two sections: 1) concepts and fundamental principles that explain how terrestrial and freshwater trace fossil behavior is interpreted and used to define environments of deposition; and 2) a photocatalogue of outcrop and core examples of continental trace fossils with explanations and idealized line drawings. The trace fossils are illustrated with idealized line drawings as seen in outcrop and in core. Color photographs are used to show the trace fossils as hand specimens, in outcrop, and core from different geologic formations and ages.

Author : S. K. Donovan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Science
ISBN : 0801848512

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The Palaeobiology of Trace Fossils by S. K. Donovan Pdf

Ichnology--the study of trace fossils such as tracks, burrows, and eggs--presents the scientist with "a jigsaw puzzle with a difference," writes Stephen Donovan. While body fossils of organisms are generally recognizable as belonging to a particular organic group, he explains, trace fossils are usually anonymous. Except in rare cases in which the animal died at the end of its trace, or the trace has an especially distinctive morphology--such as the dinosaur trackway--identifying trace fossils is almost always a matter of some speculation. Nonetheless, lessons learned from the study of trace fossils have proven invaluable in fields ranging from petroleum exploration to palaeoecology. In this volume Donovan brings together a group of the world's leading experts to focus on the palaeoecological and evolutionary aspects of ichnology in both marine and nonmarine environments. In contrast to previous works on ichnology, which have emphasized the importance of trace fossil data to geologists in reconstructing the Earth's history, this book brings to light new information on the biology of the organisms that produced the trackways and the ancient environments in which they flourished.

Author : Anthony J. Martin
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 683 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2021-07-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781643139210

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Dinosaurs Without Bones by Anthony J. Martin Pdf

"Bubbles over with the joy of scientific discovery as he shares his natural enthusiasm for the blend of sleuthing and imagination."—Publishers Weekly, starred review What if we woke up one morning all of the dinosaur bones in the world were gone? How would we know these iconic animals had a165-million year history on earth, and had adapted to all land-based environments from pole to pole? What clues would be left to discern not only their presence, but also to learn about their sex lives, raising of young, social lives, combat, and who ate who? What would it take for us to know how fast dinosaurs moved, whether they lived underground, climbed trees, or went for a swim?Welcome to the world of ichnology, the study of traces and trace fossils – such as tracks, trails, burrows, nests, toothmarks, and other vestiges of behavior – and how through these remarkable clues, we can explore and intuit the rich and complicated lives of dinosaurs. With a unique, detective-like approach, interpreting the forensic clues of these long-extinct animals that leave a much richer legacy than bones, Martin brings the wild world of the Mesozoic to life for the 21st century reader.

Author : Dirk Knaust,Richard G. Bromley
Publisher : Newnes
Page : 955 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-31
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780444538147

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Trace Fossils as Indicators of Sedimentary Environments by Dirk Knaust,Richard G. Bromley Pdf

Integration of ichnological information into sedimentological models, and vice versa, is one of the main means by which we can improve our understanding of ancient depositional environments. Mainly intended for sedimentologists, this book aims to make ichnological methods as part of facies interpretation more popular, providing an analytical review of the ichnology of all major depositional environments and the use of ichnology in biostratigraphic and sequence stratigraphic analysis. It starts with an introduction to the historical aspect of ichnology, introducing common concepts and methods, and then continues with parts treating the main depositional systems from continental, shallow-marine and deep-marine siliciclastics, and marine carbonates. The last part is dedicated to the ichnology in hydrocarbon reservoir and aquifer characterization. First overview in 25 years of the status of ichnological studies in facies reconstructions of all major depositional environments Written by a selected, well-experienced and specialized international authorship Provides easy access to the comprehensive and widespread literature

Author : Harold Allen Curran
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Paleoecology
ISBN : UCSD:31822001955749

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Biogenic Structures by Harold Allen Curran Pdf

Author : D. McIlroy
Publisher : Geological Society of London
Page : 502 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Science
ISBN : 1862391548

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The Application of Ichnology to Palaeoenvironmental and Stratigraphic Analysis by D. McIlroy Pdf

It has been increasingly realized by sedimentologist in the petroleum industry and academia that integration of ichonological information into sedimentological models, and vice versa, is one of the main means by which we can improve our understanding of ancient depositional environments. This volume aims to provide an analytical review of yhe ichnology of all major depositional environments and the use ichnology in biostratigraphic and sequence stratigraphic analysis, as well as highly refined palaeeoenvironmental studies. The remit of the book is achieved through a combination of review articles and novel research papers that outline methodologies and protocols for improving our understanding of ancient palaeoenvironments. Trace fossils from microscopic borings to dinosaur footprints are considered.

Author : Paul B. Basan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 1978
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015005830545

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Trace Fossil Concepts by Paul B. Basan Pdf

Author : Allan Anton Ekdale,Richard Granville Bromley,S. George Pemberton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 1984
Category : Science
ISBN : UCSD:31822001955608

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Ichnology by Allan Anton Ekdale,Richard Granville Bromley,S. George Pemberton Pdf

Author : Anthony J. Martin
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 714 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2013-01-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780253006097

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Life Traces of the Georgia Coast by Anthony J. Martin Pdf

Have you ever wondered what left behind those prints and tracks on the seashore, or what made those marks or dug those holes in the dunes? Life Traces of the Georgia Coast is an up-close look at these traces of life and the animals and plants that made them. It tells about how the tracemakers lived and how they interacted with their environments. This is a book about ichnology (the study of such traces) and a wonderful way to learn about the behavior of organisms, living and long extinct. Life Traces presents an overview of the traces left by modern animals and plants in this biologically rich region; shows how life traces relate to the environments, natural history, and behaviors of their tracemakers; and applies that knowledge toward a better understanding of the fossilized traces that ancient life left in the geologic record. Augmented by illustrations of traces made by both ancient and modern organisms, the book shows how ancient trace fossils directly relate to modern traces and tracemakers, among them, insects, grasses, crabs, shorebirds, alligators, and sea turtles. The result is an aesthetically appealing and scientifically grounded book that will serve as source both for scientists and for anyone interested in the natural history of the Georgia coast.

Author : Richard Granville Bromley
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Ichnology
ISBN : 9780412614804

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Trace Fossils by Richard Granville Bromley Pdf

This updated edition includes an appendix of criteria for the identification of ichnotaxa and covers all aspects of tiering, trace fossil diversity and ichnoguilds.