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The vast majority of mineral deposit models for sediment-hosted metals either assume random “blob-like” ore geometries or laterally-continuous sheets. Incorrect mapping of ore-bodies based on these models leads to errors in resource modeling and dilution during extraction. Permeability in sedimentary systems is controlled by facies, diagenesis and mechanical stratigraphy. Regardless of temperature, redox state, or pH, mineralizing fluids will always take the path of least resistance. These points are highlighted in this week's session with Ali Jaffri, Ph.D. using examples of Sediment-hosted Stratiform Copper (SSC), Sandstone-hosted Vanadium, Carbonate-hosted Uranium, and Carbonate Replacement Deposits (CRDs).