Some Characteristics of Bentonite in Alberta

Publication Type
Earth Sciences Report
Published Date
Topic
Oil and Gas
Publication ID
ESR 1966-02
Publication ID Extended
Earth Sciences Report 1966-02
Publication
Abstract

Bentonites are found throughout southern and central Alberta, mainly in Upper Cretaceous strata. Their wide variations in composition and properties are shown in tables which also include their locations and geologic settings. Some of these bentonites have been or are being mined, primarily for use in drilling muds.

Citation

Babet, P.H. (1966): Some characteristics of bentonite in Alberta; Research Council of Alberta, RCA/AGS Earth Sciences Report 1966-02, 27 p.

Place Keywords
alberta, south dakota, wyoming
Place Keywords NTS
72e, 72l, 72m, 73d, 73e, 73l, 73m, 82g, 82h, 82i, 82j, 82n, 82o, 82p, 83a, 83b, 83c, 83d, 83e, 83f, 83g, 83h, 83i, 83j, 83k, 83l, 83m, 83n, 83o, 83p
Theme Keywords
bentonite, montmorillonite, pellets, swell, volcanic ash