Dictionary:Bouma sequence
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(bau’ m∂) An idealization of the sediment sequence found in turbidity-current deposits. A single upward-fining sequence consists of a lower massive sand unit A overlain progressively by parallel laminations B, ripple or convolute laminations C, plane parallel laminations D, and pelagic shale E.