A set of 3 PowerPoints explaining how to use and read some basic sedimentary diagrams and plots.

Hjulström’s diagram.
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Hjulström’s diagram

This PowerPoint outlines how to use the Hjulström’s diagram.
This diagram shows the Hjulström curve – is a graph used by hydrologists and geologists to determine whether a river will erode, transport, or deposit sediment.

Bedform diagram.
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Bedform phase diagram

This PowerPoint explains how to use the bedform phase diagram for classifying sedimentary structures in sandstones.

Grain sorting.
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Grainsize distribution plots

This PowerPoint explains how to describe grainsize distribution plots.

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