Course:VANT149/2025/Capstone/Science/Team2

Abstract

The study focuses on the geologic evolution of Stanley Park through the analysis of sedimentary rock samples collected from its western coastline. A total of 25 rock specimens from five distinct sampling sites were collected. Key physical characteristics, including size, color, morphology, hardness, and magnetic response, were determined, revealing the complex geological past shaped by deep marine sedimentation, deltaic deposition, volcanic intrusion, and glacial transport. The data supported a timeline of events from the Late Cretaceous to the Pleistocene, reflecting the influences of the Nanaimo Group, Coast Plutonic Complex, and Fraser Glaciation. Although limited by sample depth and resolution, the observations were interpreted through comparisons with established geological studies, allowing for inferences about the relative and approximate ages of the formations. Despite the limited size of the database, the study shows that macroscopic sedimentary analysis can still play a valuable role in reconstructing regional geologic history.

Keywords: Stanley Park, sedimentary rock, rock cycle, rock sample collection

Biographies

Yen-Cheng Lin is a first-year student in Bachelor of Science at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on the analysis of the development of sedimentary rocks in Stanley Park. He is looking forward to learning more about data analysis and information technology at the conference

Tim Qin is a first-year student in the Science Program at the University of British Columbia. His research focuses on how the geologic history of Stanley Park has evolved over time based on the analysis of the characteristics of sedimentary rock. He is looking forward to learning more about statistics and data science at the conference.

Fengqi Sun is a First-year undergraduate student in Science Program at University of British Columbia. His research focuses on how the geologic history of Stanley Park has evolved over time based on the analysis of the characteristics of sedimentary rook. He is looking forward to learning more about advanced physics theories and astronomy studies at the conference.