Deformation in cemented mudrock (Callovo–Oxfordian Clay) by microcracking, granular flow and phyllosilicate plasticity: insights from triaxial deformation, broad ion beam polishing and scanning electron microscopy

The macroscopic description of deformation and fluid flow in mudrocks can be improved by a better understanding of microphysical deformation mechanisms. Here we use a combination of scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and broad ion beam (BIB) polishing to study the evolution of microstructure in samp...

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Main Authors: G. Desbois, N. Höhne, J. L. Urai, P. Bésuelle, G. Viggiani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Copernicus Publications 2017-03-01
Series:Solid Earth
Online Access:http://www.solid-earth.net/8/291/2017/se-8-291-2017.pdf