Geology of North-West Borneo
Geology of North-West Borneo

Author: C.S. Hutchison

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2005-10-24

Total Pages: 445

ISBN-13: 044451998X

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Cover -- Geology of North-West Borneo Sarawak, Brunei and Sabah -- Acknowledgements -- Contents -- Introduction -- History of Geological Investigation -- Early exploration -- Netherlands East Indies geological and mining department -- The oil company era -- The Geological Survey (European era 1949-1968) -- The Geological Survey (Malaysian era 1969-onwards) -- Regional Tectonic Setting -- Part A Sarawak -- Regional Geology Concepts -- Palaeomagnetism of Sarawak -- Geomorphology -- Mesa Topography -- Karst Topography -- Rajang Group Inliers in Miri Zone -- Synclines of Sandy Formations -- Mud Volcanoes -- The Kuching Zone -- Basement Schists -- Correlatives -- Terbat Formation -- Thickness and relationships -- Lithology -- Palaeontology and age -- Correlatives -- Upper Triassic Formations -- Serian Volcanic Formation -- Jagoi Granodiorite -- Sadong Formation -- Regional palaeogeography -- Upper Jurassic and Cretaceous Formations -- Kedadom Formation -- Bau Limestone Formation -- Pedawan ...

Geology of North-West Borneo
Geology of North-West Borneo

Author: C.S. Hutchison

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2005-10-24

Total Pages: 445

ISBN-13: 0080460895

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The book is a comprehensive compilation of all aspects of the geology of Northwest Borneo (Sarawak, Brunei and Sabah) and the contiguous South China and Sulu Seas. The sedimentary formations are described, their palaeontology tabulated and ages discussed. Stratigraphic charts illustrate their relationships across the whole region. Detailed geological maps of selected areas are accompanied by cross sections based on outcrop patterns and drilling and seismic data offshore. Palaeocurrent maps are presented and the palaeogeography for different ages described and sedimentary provenance discussed. Descriptions of the ophiolite sequences, volcanic and plutonic rocks are accompanied by tables of selected chemical analyses and geochemical plots and their tectonic significance discussed. All radiometric data are tabulated and discussed. Regional structures and the predominantly Tertiary tectonics are described. In Sarawak the mountains are constructed of Upper Cretaceous to Lower Eocene greenschist facies shaly turbiditic Rajang Group, uplifted before the end of the Eocene. In Sabah the Western Cordillera is constructed of Eocene to Lower Miocene sandy turbidite uplifted in the Late Miocene and Pliocene. Miocene intrusion of Mount Kinabalu and uplift of the Cordillera is related to collision at the Northwest Borneo Trough. Gold, antimony, mercury and copper deposits are described and the tectonic setting of oil and gas deposits discussed.* Correlation tables, descriptions and ages of all major sedimentary formations of Sarawak, Brunei and Sabah* Petrology, geochemistry and ages of all volcanic and plutonic formations of North West Borneo and their tectonic significance* Economic geology including the geological setting of offshore oil and gas deposits

An Outline of the Geology of Indonesia
An Outline of the Geology of Indonesia

Author: Herman Darman

Publisher: Lereng Nusantara

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 198

ISBN-13: 9798126041

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The idea to produce this book originated during the "Tectonics and Sedimentation of Indonesia" seminar, the first regional meeting of the Indonesian Sedimentologists Forum (FOSI), the sedimentological commission of IAGI, in 1999. The meeting was conducted to commemorate the 50 years anniversary of the publication of van Bemmelen's book, entitled "Geology of Indonesia" (1949). This was the first book to deal indepth with Indonesian geology at that time. This work was written before the offshore exploration activities and is now out of print. Van Bem-melen's book is a classic of its type that covers onshore geology and some fields of geological en-quiry that have not been superceded by more modern work. In this volume, we have attempted to compile pre-existing publications. Additional recent insights understandings were added to give an up-to-date picture of the geology of Indonesia. It was found that much of geological data have been gathered since the first exploration activity some 150 years ago but was not utilized or even widely known by geologists recently. "An Outline of the Geology of Indonesia" is a compilation of mainly published materials using post van Bemmelen's concept and understanding. We have incorporated facts, ideas, philosophies, and prejudices of many authors; some are quoted and acknowledged; others have been absorbed and blended. These materials have been bound together to gave readers a regional view of Indonesia. Our main problems have been the selection of material and the need to strike a balance between each chapter. The book is far from perfect and ongoing efforts will be made to upgrade the contents of this book. Suggestions and input are most welcome to improve the next edition. The book is organized geographically into fourteen chapters, starting from the West and ended with Irian Jaya. Each chapter covers general geology, stratigraphy, and tectonic history. We have also endeavored to list as many references as possible in order to enable users to explore for themselves the original works.

Soils of Malaysia
Soils of Malaysia

Author: Muhammad Aqeel Ashraf

Publisher: CRC Press

Published: 2017-09-22

Total Pages: 204

ISBN-13: 1351998579

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There are approximately 500 different soil varieties in Malaysia, most is residual soil and coastal alluvial soil. This book presents a comprehensive overview of various aspects of soils in Malaysia. It covers topics including climate; flora and fauna; geology and hydrology; land use changes for agriculture; soil fertility; human-induced soil degradation; and soil contamination sources. It features information on the role of biological, chemical, mechanical, and physical factors in relation to soil properties. The book highlights land use impact, soil problems arising from contamination and its control methods, the management of problem soils, limiting materials as well as future soil issues. The presentation of different soils in Malaysia is organized through chapters based on two major soil groups (a) the sedentary soils formed in the interior on a wide range of rock types, and (b) the soils of the coastal alluvial plains. The book features information on how these various soil types affect the economy of the country and highlights the soil issues and challenges within the context of sustainable agriculture. Useful to graduate students of soil science, professionals, and agriculturalists, it provides extensive knowledge of agriculture soils in Malaysia in a concise and user-friendly manner.