Strata Collection (#5)

Colorado River, Marble Canyon, Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona

Wedge Mountain, Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes, Katmai National Park and Preserve, Alaska, USA
Wedge Mountain rises above one of the Knife Creek Glaciers (covered in ash at the base of the mountain) and the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes in Katmai National Park and Preserve; Alaska

Sunset On Devils Tower; Wyoming, United States of America

Volcanic scenery at Ardtun, Mull, Scotland
The view from Ardtun to The Burg, Mull, Scotland. This shows the horizontal volcanic strata in the distance

Light falling on the rocks on Berwick beach, Northumberland, England

USA, Oregon. Landscape of the Painted Hills Unit, John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. Credit as: Jean Carter / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Dragon Rock - Port Soderick - Isle of Man. Date: circa 1910s

First geological map of Britain, 1815 C016 / 5682
First geological map of Britain, detail of the Welsh coast (figure 7). This map was published in 1815 by British geologist William Smith (1769-1839)

William Smiths geological table
Fig 2 from Delineation of Strata of England and Wales (1815) by William Smith

USA, Utah, Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Kanab, Paria

USA, Utah, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Lake Powell, Gunsight Bay at dusk from Romana Mesa

USA, Utah, Bryce Canyon National Park. Haunting and colourful rock pinnacles known as Hoodoos at Inspiration Point

USA, Utah, Capitol Reef National Park. Cathedral Valley sunrise at the Temple of the Sun and smaller Temple of the Moon

USA Utah Capitol Reef National Park Cathedral Valley

USA, Utah, Arches National Park, pinnacles and spires of the Windows Section

USA, Arizona, Grand Canyon, South Rim. Watch Tower

Tall cliffs, layered in different coloured clays and stone, typify the landscape of Capitol Reef

Fossil of a crinoid lily
Fossil of the crinoid lily Periechinocrinus, from the Silurian strata in England

Cross-section of the Brocken, Harz Mountains, Germany, showing geological strata, 1823. From Nature Displayed by Simeon Shaw. (London, 1823)

Cross-section of Headen Hill, near Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, showing geological strata, 1823
Cross-section of Headen Hill, near Alum Bay, Isle of Wight, England, showing geological strata, 1823. From Nature Displayed by Simeon Shaw. (London, 1823)

Geological strata from Sheffield to Castleton, Yorkshire, England, 1815. From An Introduction to Geology by Robert Bakewell. (London, 1815)

Folding of rock strata, 1671. Diagram from Danish geologist Nicolaus Stenos Prodromus (1671), showing how rock strata can fold and give different formations

Geology and Palaeontology, c1880. Diagram showing geological eras and periods with the rock strata associated with each (right) as well as the types of flora and fauna alive at the time

Sedimentary rocks showing their strata ? shales and limestones

Ray of light through Upper Antelope Canyon, Navajo Tribal Park, Arizona, United States of America, North America

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Welcombe Beach - Sunset - Devon - UK Date:

Steps of limestone strata make a waterfall on the Rio Arazas, upper Ordesa Valley, Ordesa National Park, Pyrenees, Aragon, Spain, Europe

Cornish rock face
Close up of a Cornish rock face. circa 1946

Weathered Granite, Mourne Mountains - a view of exposed Granite strata on a hillside (see WAG 583). (Location: Northern Ireland; County Down; Mournes). Date: circa early 1900s

Lias Shales at Portrush Indurated By Dykes - a side view of an escarpment showing strata alignment. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Antrim; Portrush). Date: circa early 1900s

Magheralin, Moira, Boulder Clay Overlying Indurated Chalk - a ground level view of the rock strata with people in the foreground and horse and trap to the rear

Chalk Capped By Boulder Clay, Magheralin Quarry, Moira - a view of the quarry and exposed rock strata. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Down; Moira). Date: circa early 1900s

Contorted Schists, Rossapena, North West Donegal - a close in view of whirled rock strata. (Location: Republic of Ireland; County Donegal; Rosapenna). Date: circa early 1900s

Indurated Chalk Capped By the Plateau Basalts, Whitewell Quarry, Belfast - a close in view of rock strata. (Location: Northern Ireland: County Antrim: Belfast). Date: circa early 1900s

Transverse Dykes Or Sills in Triassic Sandstone, Scrabo. Newtownards - a view of strata in an exposed section of hillside. (Location: Northern Ireland; County Down; Newtownards)

Thomas Sopwith (1803-1879) & geological models
Thomas Sopwith (1803 - 1879) was an eminent geologist and civil engineer who pioneered methods of representing geological features

Sopwith Model XII: Denudation of mineral veins
This model shows the influence of surface denudation and faulting on inclined strata, with increased complexity to the situation in Model VII

Sopwith Model VII: Surface denudation of veins
This model shows the influence of surface denudation and faulting on otherwise flat, horizontal strata. The discontinuity between the beds as viewed at the surface can be seen

Sopwith Models: denudation & faulting
Models showing the effect of denudation and faulting on how rock strata appear at the surface. Thomas Sopwith (1803 - 1879)

Sopwith Model II: Coal strata near Newcastle
Unlike the models of generic situations this representation of coal strata was specific to a particular surveyed location in England showing several thin, and mostly hidden, coal seams

Sopwith Model VII: Denudation of mineral veins
This model shows the influence of surface denudation and faulting on otherwise flat, horizontal strata. The discontinuity between the beds as viewed at the surface can be seen

Sopwith Model VI: Intersecting mineral veins
This Model, rather than representing the strata as they would appear at the surface, shows how a seam of coal can be displaced in the subsurface by various modes of faulting

Sopwith Model XI: Vertical intersecting veins
This model, when separated, shows the complex interface between faulted strata of rocks. Thomas Sopwith (1803 - 1879) was an eminent geologist

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"Unveiling Earth's Layers: Exploring the Marvels of Strata" Discovering the Blueprint: William Smith Geological Map takes us back to the roots of understanding our planet's strata formations. Time Travel through Rocks: Delving into the 19th-century Geological Strata reveals a fascinating glimpse into Earth's ancient history. England Unearthed: The 1838 Geological Map by Mantell showcases the diverse geological wonders scattered across England, from The Wash to Hunstanton Cliffs. Nature's Artistry in Arizona: Behold The Wave, an awe-inspiring masterpiece carved naturally in vibrant red and yellow Navajo sandstone at Vermilion Cliffs National Monument. A Tale of Continuity and Change: Witness a captivating geological unconformity on the river Jed, where time seems to pause and layers intertwine mysteriously. Pioneering Geology: Step back in time with Britain's first-ever geological map from 1815, offering insights into the nation's rich geological heritage. Oxfordshire Revealed: Explore every nook and cranny as you navigate through the intricate details of the Geological Map of Oxfordshire, uncovering hidden stories beneath our feet. Peering Into Earth’s Depths: Embark on a visual journey through time with Mantell’s detailed 1838 Geological Strata Section, unraveling eons-old secrets layer by layer. Buckland’s Cross-Section Chronicles: Immerse yourself in Buckland’s geology cross-section from 1836, revealing nature’s complex tapestry etched deep within our planet's core. Sunset Serenade at Honeycomb Rock: Bask in nature’s symphony as Elgol’s Honeycomb Rock bids farewell to another day amidst Skye Island's breathtaking Inner Hebrides landscape. Majestic White Guardians - Seven Sisters Chalk Cliffs.