Sedimentary sequences at Sani Top, Lesotho highlands, southern Africa
1994
Marker, Margaret E.
Detailed examination of sediments retained in two north-facing cirques south of Sani Top (latitude 29°30'S; longitude 29°2'E) has been undertaken as a contribution to the Late Quaternary history of highland Lesotho. The sediments are exposed by gullies incised through the deposits. Nine sections are discussed in detail. Inorganic sediments, matrix-supported diamictons and derived orange gravels as well as organic dark clays and peats are present. Eight dated organic samples range in age from 13490BP, currently the oldest organic carbon date from highland Lesotho, to 2310 BP. The sedimentary sequences are interpreted to present a sequence of Late Quaternary events with climatic implications.
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