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| − | A '''chenier''' is a ridge formed by the lateral transport and reworking of deltaic [[sediments]], usually containing large amounts of [[shell]] deposits. Cheniers are named for the [[oak]] trees (chene -French for oak) found growing on the ridges.<ref> | + | A '''chenier''' is a ridge formed by the lateral transport and reworking of deltaic [[sediments]], usually containing large amounts of [[shell]] deposits. Cheniers are named for the [[oak]] trees (chene -French for oak) found growing on the ridges.<ref>http://www.nwrc.usgs.gov/fringe/glossary.html</ref> |
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