Sentences

facies in a sentence

n.

Definition

Facies refers to a distinct physical or compositional characteristic of a rock layer or a specific appearance or expression of the face that indicates a particular condition or emotion.

Sample Sentences

  1. The geological study revealed a variety of facies indicative of different depositional environments.
  2. Her facial expressions often reflected a wide range of facies, conveying her feelings without words.
  3. In paleontology, the concept of facies helps scientists understand ancient ecosystems and their changes over time.
  4. The artist skillfully captured the subtleties of the subject's facies, bringing the portrait to life.
  5. The facies observed in the sedimentary layers suggested a history of fluctuating sea levels in the region.

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