OR/19/016 Conclusions

Palamakumbura, R, and Auton, C. 2019. New exposed section in the Ardersier Silts Formation; November 20th-21st, 2017. British Geological Survey Internal Report, OR/19/016.

The studied section provides new insights into the depositional setting of Ardersier Silts Formation and development of hydrofracture networks during the retreat of the Moray Firth ice-stream. The well-exposed sedimentary structures suggest a coastal shallow marine setting for the sediments of the Ardersier Silts Formation in this area. In addition, the well-preserved hydrofracture network within the section demonstrates the diverse range of glacial deformation that occurred in the Ardersier Silts Formation during deglaciation.