Dissolutional micro-textures on carbonate rocks in a laboratory setting
University
Shawnee State University
Major
Natural Sciences Geology Concentration
Presentation Types
Poster Presentation
Keywords:
Carbonates, Micro-texture, Karst, SEM
Abstract
The micro-textures that developed on a variety of karstic rocks pre- and post- dissolution in a controlled laboratory setting were investigated. The micro-textures of these samples were examined using a Scanning Electron Microscope. By examining these micro-textures, it will allow us to better understand the rate at which karstic rocks are dissolving and help determine what components will remain in the rock after dissolution has occurred. This research has implications for understanding karst cycles, climate change, and the development of our landscapes.
Human Subjects
no
IRB Approval
no
Faculty Mentor Name
Erik Larson
Faculty Mentor Title
Dr. Erik Larson
Faculty Mentor Academic Department
Natural Sciences
Recommended Citation
Smalley, Blake, "Dissolutional micro-textures on carbonate rocks in a laboratory setting" (2023). Celebration of Scholarship. 2.
https://digitalcommons.shawnee.edu/cos/2023/Day4/2
Dissolutional micro-textures on carbonate rocks in a laboratory setting
The micro-textures that developed on a variety of karstic rocks pre- and post- dissolution in a controlled laboratory setting were investigated. The micro-textures of these samples were examined using a Scanning Electron Microscope. By examining these micro-textures, it will allow us to better understand the rate at which karstic rocks are dissolving and help determine what components will remain in the rock after dissolution has occurred. This research has implications for understanding karst cycles, climate change, and the development of our landscapes.