Abstract
Samples of fabric data collected from periglacial solifluction lobes in central Alaska show a systematic, positive relation between clast axial ratio and fabric strength. Samples composed of clasts with low a:b axial ratios have relatively low fabric strength. Restricting sampling to clasts with axial ratios of 1.5:1 or higher increases fabric strength and decreases its variability. To enhance comparability between fabric studies and the utility of fabric interpretation, sampling should be restricted to clasts with relatively large (≥ 1.5:1) axial ratios.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Pages (from-to) | 720-724 |
| Number of pages | 5 |
| Journal | Journal of Sedimentary Research |
| Volume | 73 |
| Issue number | 5 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Sep 1 2003 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Geology
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Millar, S. W. S., & Nelson, F. E. (2003). Influence of clast axial ratio on macrofabric strength in periglacial colluvium. Journal of Sedimentary Research, 73(5), 720-724. https://doi.org/10.1306/022803730720