Amber Richhariya posted an Question
May 22, 2020 • 17:52 pm 30 points
  • IIT JAM
  • Geology (GG)

What is the difference between talus and colluvium ?

what is the difference between talus and colluvium ?

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    Rahul kumar best-answer

    Talus or Scree is the collection of rock fragments at the base of rocky slopes. Primarily due to the larger particle sizes, these tend to be on steep slopes and transport is driven directly by gravity (i.e. rockfall). Whereas Colluvium is the heterogeneous, unconsolidated sediments at the base of hillslopes. Refer to the images attached below and don't hesitate if you need any clarification.

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    sir, colluvium containing about 60 mm. size particles and what about the size of talus ?

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    The material in Talus deposit can be of any size from clay to boulder.

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