Ripples
There are Three classes of ripples:
- Current
- Wave
- Combined flow

Combined Flow Ripples



Photo - Asymmetrical combined flow ripples



Graphic - Paleocurrent Direction



Photo and Graphic combined to show paleocurrent direction






  • Combination of Wave Action and Unidirectional Flow






  • Forms from Asymmetrical Flow.





  • Stoss Side greater than Lee Side






  • Has a Ripple Index greater than 4 and less than 15. 






  • Paleocurrent Direction can be Determined from Ripple Structure





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