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Granite Exfoliation Sheets and Smooth Areas

Granite Exfoliation Sheets and Smooth Areas

This rock has formed exfoliation joints that are horizontal to the surface. The sheets of rock weather away, leaving an irregular pattern at the edge of the exfoliation sheets. There is large smooth section in this area.
Galleries: Geologic Formations, Yosemite National Park
Keywords: exfoliation sheets, granite, weathering
Photo Location: Yosemite National Park, California
Photographer: Dr. Roy Winkelman
Date of Photo: 08/14/2011
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Original Dimensions: 5616×3744
Picture Orientation: Landscape
GPS Coordinates: 37°44'36.00"N 119°34'33.00"W
Picture Number: 13690