Tidal flat deposits of the Lower Proterozoic Campbell Group along the southwestern margin of the Kaapvaal Craton, Northern Cape Province, South Africa
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Abs~'act Lower Proterozoic stromatolites and associated clastic carbonate deposits of the Campbell Group, flom the southern margin (Prieska area) of the Kaapvaal Craton, northern Cape Province, are described. Contrary to previous interpretations (Beukes, 1978; 1980a) shallow subtidal to suprafidal facies a r e recognised and discussed in regional context. An alternative model for the facies development of the Campbell Group is proposed.
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