lutites

the lutites in this basin exhibit fine lamination and high plasticity.

cross‑section of the core reveals alternating lutites and sandstones.

geologists mapped the lutite deposits across the coastal plain.

the lutite sequence records a rapid rise in relative sea level.

laboratory analysis shows that lutites contain abundant illite and kaolinite.

in the field, lutites are often recognized by their drab gray color.

the lutite‑rich interval indicates a low‑energy depositional environment.

thin sections of lutites reveal a predominance of clay‑sized particles.

the stratigraphic column highlights several lutite horizons.

during the cretaceous, lutites were deposited in deep marine basins.

the mechanical strength of lutites makes them susceptible to slope failure.

paleocurrent indicators within lutites suggest a northerly transport direction.