GEOLOGIC NOMENCLATURE AND CLASSIFICATION OF POROSITY IN SEDIMENTARY CARBONATES

Abstract

Pore systems in sedimentary carbonates are generally complex in their geometry and genesis, and commonly differ markedly from those of sandstones. Current nomenclature and classifications appear inadequate for concise description or for interpretation of porosity in sedimentary carbonates. Article reviews current nomenclature, proposes several new terms, and presents a classification of porosity which stresses interrelations between porosity and other geologic features. Glossary of porosity terms is included.