Abstract

Abstract An updated sequence stratigraphic framework, comprising 39 third-order stratigraphic sequences, for the Jurassic–lowermost Cretaceous of the North Sea, is described by reference to key wells and seismic lines across the UK, Norway and Denmark sectors, and, where possible, to onshore UK outcrops. It appears evident that regional tectonics provided the main control on sequence development, particularly during the Late Jurassic. There is a close relationship between key sequence stratigraphic surfaces and many lithostratigraphic formation and member boundaries throughout the North Sea Jurassic. Four new sandstone members are defined. A biozonation scheme for the study interval is described that provides essential characterization of the defined sequences.

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