1. sedimentary rock formations created by underwater avalanches of sediment that settle in deep ocean basins
Usage: geological

Examples

• The geologist studied turbidites to understand ancient underwater landslides.
• Turbidites form distinctive layers in deep-sea sedimentary rocks.
• The core samples revealed alternating layers of turbidites and normal marine sediments.
• Oil companies often drill through turbidites when exploring offshore deposits.
• These turbidites were deposited millions of years ago during a period of intense seismic activity.
• The research team mapped turbidites across the continental slope to reconstruct past earthquake events.