Origins Of Igneous Layering

Author : Ian Parsons
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
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Release : 2013-03-09
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Acknowledgements xix pioneering workers on igneous layering in Greenland xx Wbrkshop participants xxii Henning Sfl!rensen, University of Copenhagen, Dermark. Latte Melchior Larsen, Geological SUrvey of Greenland, Copenhagen, Dermark. Abstract 1 1 • Introduction 1 1. 1 The agpaitic rocks of the Ilimaussaq intrusion 3 2. Igneous layering in the Ilimaussaq intrusion 4 3. Mineralogy of the layered kakortokite series 15 4. Chemistry of the layered kakortokite series 19 5. Origin of the kakortokite layering 20 5. 1 Discussion 22 6. Conclusion 25 References 26 2. I. AYERn«;r CCMPl\CTIOO NID PCBJ. "--MN}tATIC ~ IN '!HE KLOKKEN INTRUSIOO 29 Ian Parsons and SUsanne M. Becker, University of Aberdeen, U. K. Abstract 29 1. Introduction 30 2. Age of the intrusion 31 3. General structure and mineral variation 31 vi TABLE OF CONTENTS 3. 1 Nomenclature of rock types 31 3. 2 Bulk chemical and modal variation 36 4. The contacts and wall-rocks 37 4. 1 Guter contact 37 4. 2 The gabbro sheath 37 4. 3 The unlaminated syenite sheath 39 4. 4 The gabbro-syenite transition 41 5. The layered series 43 5. 1 General relationships 43 5. 2 Granular syenites 43 5. 2. 1 Structure and cryptic variation 43 5. 2. 2 Origin of granular layers 46 5. 2. 3 Trace elements and chamber dlinensions 47 5. 3 Laminated syenites 48 5. 3. 1 General features 48 5. 3. 2 Mineral layering 51 5. 3.

Author : Ian Parsons
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 666 pages
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Release : 1987
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:246253409

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Origins of igneous layering by Ian Parsons Pdf

Author : Ian Parsons
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 692 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2014-01-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9401725101

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Origins of Igneous Layering by Ian Parsons Pdf

Author : Bernard Charlier,Olivier Namur,Rais Latypov,Christian Tegner
Publisher : Springer
Page : 748 pages
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Release : 2015-05-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401796521

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Layered Intrusions by Bernard Charlier,Olivier Namur,Rais Latypov,Christian Tegner Pdf

This edited work contains the most recent advances related to the study of layered intrusions and cumulate rocks formation. The first part of this book presents reviews and new views of processes producing the textural, mineralogical and geochemical characteristics of layered igneous rocks. The second part summarizes progress in the study of selected layered intrusions and their ore deposits from different parts of the world including Canada, Southwest China, Greenland and South Africa. Thirty experts have contributed to this update on recent research on Layered Intrusions. This highly informative book will provide insight for researchers with an interest in geology, igneous petrology, geochemistry and mineral resources.

Author : R.G. Cawthorn
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 530 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1996-10-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080535402

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Layered Intrusions by R.G. Cawthorn Pdf

Written by leading experts in the field, this work summarises the important aspects relating to layered intrusions, with almost universal coverage of the subject. Each chapter is a complete review of a theme or specific geological intrusion. The first part of the book covers the general principles and processes which apply to all intrusions. Those chapters on individual intrusions concentrate on factual information. A detailed full colour geological map of the Skaergaard intrusion is also included. This book will appeal to a wide audience - university libraries, research students in igneous petrology, state organisations such as exploration companies - as well as being an ideal textbook for university courses on igneous petrology, and geochemistry and petrography.

Author : Anthony Philpotts,Jay Ague
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 669 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2009-01-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781107268876

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Principles of Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology by Anthony Philpotts,Jay Ague Pdf

This textbook provides a basic understanding of the formative processes of igneous and metamorphic rock through quantitative applications of simple physical and chemical principles. The book encourages a deeper comprehension of the subject by explaining the petrologic principles rather than simply presenting the student with petrologic facts and terminology. Assuming knowledge of only introductory college-level courses in physics, chemistry, and calculus, it lucidly outlines mathematical derivations fully and at an elementary level, and is ideal for intermediate and advanced courses in igneous and metamorphic petrology. The end-of-chapter quantitative problem sets facilitate student learning by working through simple applications. They also introduce several widely-used thermodynamic software programs for calculating igneous and metamorphic phase equilibria and image analysis software. With over 350 illustrations, this revised edition contains valuable new material on the structure of the Earth's mantle and core, the properties and behaviour of magmas, recent results from satellite imaging, and more.

Author : Lewis D. Ashwal
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 438 pages
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Release : 2013-03-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783642774409

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Anorthosites by Lewis D. Ashwal Pdf

The idea for a book on anorthosites came to me in January of 1986 while returning to Houston after holiday festivities in Dallas. The original idea was a review paper on anorthosites, but by the time I reached Houston, the subject material I contemplated induding was obviously too extensive for a single paper. The Director of the Lunar and Planetary Institute, Kevin Burke, was receptive to the idea of a book, and suggested that I contact Peter Wyllie, who serves as Editor of the Springer-Verlag series Minerals and Rocks. This effort, which I originally expected would take about a year, has taken nearly 6. I have many excuses- indolence, moving to another continent, other commitments, etc.-but the basic truth is that writing a book is much larger an undertaking than can be anticipated. Many people are aware of this, and I was duly forewarned. . But why write a book on anorthosites? This is a very good question, which I have considered from many angles. One rationale can be expressed in terms of a comparison between anorthosite and basalt. A first-order understanding of basalt genesis has been extant for many years. By contrast, there is little agreement about the origin of anorthosite. There are good reasons for studying and writing about basalt: it is the most abundant rock type on the Earth's surface, and is also plentiful on the surfaces of the other terrestrial planets.

Author : Anthony R. Philpotts,Jay J. Ague
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 801 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2022-01-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781108492881

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Principles of Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology by Anthony R. Philpotts,Jay J. Ague Pdf

Fully updated new edition features a new introductory chapter and more end-of-chapter questions, guiding students to a mastery of petrology.

Author : Alexander R. McBirney
Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
Page : 572 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0763734489

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Igneous Petrology by Alexander R. McBirney Pdf

The field of Igneous Petrology has evolved greatly in the past years. McBirney's new Third Edition, completely revised and updated, presents a modern and integrated survey of the geological and genetic relations of igneous rocks. It illustrates how modern geochemical and geophysical methods can be combined with field relations to understand the generational and compositional evolution of magmas.

Author : James NICHOLLS,Kelly Russell
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2018-12-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781501508769

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Modern Methods of Igneous Petrology by James NICHOLLS,Kelly Russell Pdf

Volume 24 of Reviews in Mineralogy attempted to bring together the basic data and fundamental theoretical constraints on magmatic processes with applications to specific problems in igneous petrology. The Mineralogical Society of America (MSA) sponsored the short course on "Modern Methods of Igneous Petrolgy: Understanding Magmatic Processes" at the Cathedral Hill Hotel in San Francisco, California in December 1990. It was organized by the editors, Jim Nicholls and Kelly Russell, and presented by the authors of this volume to about 80 participants in conjunction with the Fall Meeting of the American Geophysical Union.

Author : Ian Parsons
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 672 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789401111065

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Feldspars and their Reactions by Ian Parsons Pdf

Feldspar minerals make up 60% of the crust of the Earth. They are stable in the upper mantle, and are so abundant in the crust that they form the basis of the classification of igneous rocks. At the surface, feldspars weather to form clay minerals which are the most important mineral constituent of soils. The articles in this book review the chemical reactions of feldspars over the whole sweep of pressure and temperature regimes in the outer Earth, and describe the fundamental aspects of crystal structure which underlie their properties. The book covers intracrystalline reactions, such as order-disorder transformations and exsolution, and transfer of stable and radiogenic isotopes, which can be interpreted to provide insights into the thermal history of rocks. It is suitable for final year undergraduates or research workers.

Author : Donald Bowes
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 635 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1990-02-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780442206239

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The Encyclopedia of Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology by Donald Bowes Pdf

Featuring over 250 contributions from more than 100 earth scientists from 18 countries, The Encyclopedia of Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology deals with the nature and genesis of igneous rocks that have crystallized from molten magma, and of metamorphic rocks that are the products of re-crystallization associated with increases in temperature and pressure, mainly at considerable depths in the Earth's crust. Entries range from alkaline rocks to zeolite facies - providing information on the mineralogical, chemical and textural characters of rock types, the development of concepts and the present state of knowledge across the spectrum of igneous and metamorphic petrology, together with extensive lists of both commonly used and little used terms and bibliographies.

Author : R.P. Hall,D.J. Hughes
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 498 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400903999

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Early Precambrian Basic Magmatism by R.P. Hall,D.J. Hughes Pdf

Basic magmatic rocks make up approximately three-quarters of the crust ofthe present day Earth. Because we can observe and study the volcanic products of present day tectonic regimes comprehensively, we can shed light on ancient tectono-magmatic provinces, and thereby deduce the petrogenesis and evolution of the oldest basic rocks. This is the primary objective of this book. The book was conceived in order to provide a comprehensive review of the basic rocks produced during the first half of the Precambrian, i.e. the Archaean and early Proterozoic, to about 1.8 Ga years ago. Two major questions are addressed. First, what basic magmas were generated during the early Precambrian: were these magmas globally uniform, and to what extent were prevailing tectonic controls and compo sitions analogous to those of the present day? Clearly, this can be answered only by bringing together fundamental information about all relevant basic magmatic events. Second, is there any systematic temporal variation in the nature of basic suites, and what implications might such variations have on our interpretations of early Earth history? Are there important differences between early Archaean, late Archaean, Proterozoic and modern basic magmatic suites? The book uses two approaches to address these questions. Early chapters examine the fundamental characteristics of these basic rocks, whilst later chapters assess regional distribution and development by providing an overview of each major early Precambrian craton.

Author : Stearns Anthony Morse
Publisher : Geological Society of America
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1969
Category : Intrusions (Geology)
ISBN : 9780813711126

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The Kiglapait Layered Intrusion, Labrador by Stearns Anthony Morse Pdf

Author : K. Gessner,T.G. Blenkinsop,P. Sorjonen-Ward
Publisher : Geological Society of London
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2018-08-07
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781786203137

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Characterization of Ore-Forming Systems from Geological, Geochemical and Geophysical Studies by K. Gessner,T.G. Blenkinsop,P. Sorjonen-Ward Pdf

Economically viable concentrations of mineral resources are uncommon in Earth’s crust. Most ore deposits that were mined in the past or are currently being extracted were found at or near Earth’s surface, often serendipitously. To meet the future demand for mineral resources, exploration success hinges on identifying targets at depth. Achieving this requires accurate and informed models of the Earth's crust that are consistent with all available geological, geochemical and geophysical information, paired with an understanding of how ore-forming systems relate to Earth’s evolving structure. Contributions to this volume address the future resources challenge by (i) applying advanced microscale geochemical detection and characterization methods, (ii) introducing more rigorous 3D Earth models, (iii) exploring critical behaviour and coupled processes, (iv) evaluating the role of geodynamic and tectonic setting and (v) applying 3D structural models to characterize specific ore-forming systems.