Terranes in the Circum-Atlantic Paleozoic Orogens

Terranes in the Circum-Atlantic Paleozoic Orogens
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Publisher : Geological Society of America
Total Pages : 284
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ISBN-10 : 9780813722306
ISBN-13 : 0813722306
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Synopsis Terranes in the Circum-Atlantic Paleozoic Orogens by : R. D. Dallmeyer

The West African Orogens and Circum-Atlantic Correlatives

The West African Orogens and Circum-Atlantic Correlatives
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 846
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ISBN-10 : 9783642841538
ISBN-13 : 3642841538
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Synopsis The West African Orogens and Circum-Atlantic Correlatives by : R.D. Dallmeyer

In December, 1987, Project 233 of the International Geological Correlation Pro gram hosted an international conference in Nouakchott, Mauritania. Discussions were focused on the "Tectonothermal Evolution Of The West Mrican Orogens And Circum-Atlantic Terrane Linkages". A wealth of new information was pre sented during the conference, and it was apparent that the time was appropriate to prepare a systematic volume dealing with the geology of northwest Mrica. The present volume is an outgrowth of this conference, but is not merely a compilation of the papers presented in Nouakchott. Instead, it represents a coordinated vol ume designed to present a balanced, comprehensive view of our present under standing of West Mrican geology and potential correlations in other Circum-At lantic Paleozoic orogens. We sincerely appreciate the efforts of all the reviewers whose comments have greatly helped to improve the quality of this volume. We also thank the various contributors for their diligence and perseverance in manuscript preparation. The calibre of the present volume is a reflection of their labor. Athens/Marseille, Autumn 1990 R. D. DALLMEYER J. P. LECORCHE Contents Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 R. D. DALLMEYER and J. P. LECORCHE Chapter 2 Geophysics and the Crustal structure of West Africa 9 J. ROUSSEL and A. LESQUER Chapter 3 Crystalline Basement of the West African Craton . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . 31 .

Pannotia to Pangaea

Pannotia to Pangaea
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Publisher : Geological Society of London
Total Pages : 666
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ISBN-10 : 9781786204929
ISBN-13 : 1786204924
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Synopsis Pannotia to Pangaea by : B. Murphy

Special Publication 503 celebrates the career of R. Damian Nance. It features 27 articles, with more than 110 authors based in 18 different countries. These articles include contributions on the processes responsible for the formation and breakup of supercontinents, the controversies concerning the status of Pannotia as a supercontinent, the generation and destruction of Paleozoic oceans, and the development of the Appalachian-Ouachitan-Caledonide-Variscan orogens. In addition to field work, the approaches to gain that understanding include examining the relationships between stratigraphy and structural geology, precise geochronology, geochemical and isotopic fingerprinting, geodynamic modelling, regional syntheses, palaeogeographic modelling, and good old-fashioned arm-waving! The wide range of topics mirrors the breadth and depth of Damian’s contributions, interests and expertise. Like Damian’s papers, the contributions range from the predominantly conceptual to detailed field work, but all are targeted at understanding important tectonic processes. Their scope not only varies in scale from global to regional to local, but also in the range of approaches required to gain that understanding.

Terranes in the Circum-Atlantic Paleozoic Orogens

Terranes in the Circum-Atlantic Paleozoic Orogens
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Synopsis Terranes in the Circum-Atlantic Paleozoic Orogens by : International Geological Correlation Programme

Pre-Mesozoic Geology of Iberia

Pre-Mesozoic Geology of Iberia
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 415
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ISBN-10 : 9783642839801
ISBN-13 : 3642839800
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Synopsis Pre-Mesozoic Geology of Iberia by : R. David Dallmeyer

Pre-Mesozoic Geology of Iberia is a major reference for current understanding of the overall tectonostratigraphic evolution of the Iberian Massif. It represents a comprehensive overview which systematically describes characteristics of the seven major lithotectonic elements of the Iberian Massif in terms of: - stratigraphy, - paleontology, - sedimentology, - structural geology, - igneous activity, - metamorphic evolution, - metallogenesis, and - tectonic significance. These data are compiled in several concluding summary chapters which discuss the overall geodynamic evolution of the Iberian Massif and outline its tectonic setting within the overall circum-Atlantic region. Readers will benefit by this comprehensive review of an important tectonostratigraphic element in the circum-Atlantic realm.

From Rodinia to Pangea

From Rodinia to Pangea
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Publisher : Geological Society of America
Total Pages : 972
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ISBN-10 : 9780813712062
ISBN-13 : 0813712068
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Synopsis From Rodinia to Pangea by : Richard P. Tollo

"The Appalachians constitute one of Earth's major tectonic features and have served as a springboard for innovative geologic thought for more than 170 years. This volume contains 36 original papers reporting the results of research performed throughout nearly the entire length and breadth of the Appalachian region, including all major provinces and geographical areas. Memoir 206 was designed to commemorate the (near-)fortieth anniversary of the publication of the classic Studies of Appalachian Geology volumes that appeared just prior to the application of plate tectonic concepts to the region. Contributions concerning structural evolution, sedimentation, stratigraphy, magmatic processes, metamorphism, tectonics, and terrane accretion illustrate the wide range of ongoing research in the area and collectively serve to mark the considerable progress in scientific thought that has occurred during the past four decades."--pub. desc.