noun
Geological term for small wave-like ridges on sand or rock surfaces, formed by water or wind currents. Also referred to as 漣痕 (れんこん).
See also: 漣痕
地層の表面にリップルマークが残っている。
Ripple marks remain on the surface of the stratum.
Variant with interpunct; less common in running text but seen in some contexts.
Synonymous native Japanese term for ripple mark, used in geological contexts.
Borrowed from English 'ripple mark'.