From Calcretes to Travertines - Understanding Continental Carbonates

Explore the fascinating world of continental carbonates in this 58-minute video lecture. Delve into the controversial realm of 'non-marine carbonates' and discover their crucial role in understanding the Earth System and its impact on the 'critical zone'. Examine the complex interplay of climate, biota, CO2 fluxes, parent material, aeolian dust, hydrology, and human influence in shaping these intriguing land-formed carbonates. Investigate the relationship between calcretes and travertines, questioning their coexistence as neighbors in this impressive geological puzzle. Gain valuable insights into the formation and significance of these carbonates, enhancing your knowledge of sedimentology and Earth sciences.

From calcretes to travertines: are they good neighbours?