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Distribution patterns and accumulation rates of fine-grained sediments in upper Tampa Bay, Florida
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Distribution patterns and accumulation rates of fine-grained sediments in upper Tampa Bay, Florida

Gregg R Brooks
Digital Commons @ University of South Florida
01/01/1989

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Environmental Indicators and Impact Assessment Environmental Sciences Fine grained sediments Geology Physical Sciences and Mathematics Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay, a drowned river valley, is the largest estuary on Florida's west coast. Surface sediments consist of a mixture of carbonate and terrigenous clastic sands and muds. The objectives of this study are to determine accumulation rates and processes controlling the distribution patterns of fine grain sediments.

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