Precambrian Crustal Evolution of China
Precambrian Crustal Evolution of China

Author: Jin Bai

Publisher: Springer

Published: 1998-08-20

Total Pages: 352

ISBN-13:

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Precambrian Crustal Evolution of China integrates the theory of plate tectonics, structural geology and petrology to identify the tectonic and metamorphic environment in different stages of development of the Archaean and Proterozoic crust. Further, the evolution of the Precambrian atmosphere and hydrosphere is approached by using geochemical data and traces of life. For the first time, the results of the study of the Precambrian geology of China are made available in English to scientists and students not having access to the huge amount of Chinese literature.

Low-Grade Metamorphism
Low-Grade Metamorphism

Author: M. Frey

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2009-07-15

Total Pages: 325

ISBN-13: 1444313339

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Low-Grade Metamorphism explores processes and transformations in rocks during the early stages of metamorphic recrystallization. There has been little analysis and documentation of this widespread phenomenon, especially of the substantial and exciting advances that have taken place in the subject over the last decade. This book rectifies that shortfall, building on the foundations of Low-Temperature Metamorphism by Martin Frey (1987). The editors have invited contributions from an internationally acknowledged team of experts, who have aimed the book at advanced undergraduate and graduate students as well as researchers in the field. Contributions from internationally acknowledged experts. Documents the substantial and exciting advances that have taken place in the subject over the last decade.

The Tectonics of China
The Tectonics of China

Author: Tianfeng Wan

Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media

Published: 2012-01-19

Total Pages: 508

ISBN-13: 3642118682

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"The Tectonics of China: Data, Maps and Evolution" presents the regional geological and petroleum surveys of China, the author's original tectonic data, and research results of Chinese and international scientists (more than 1500 references) from the last three decades. It examines the main developments of geological evolution, a series of tectonic events in the overall geological history, 13 tectonic maps of the entire continent of Asia in different tectonic epochs, and a general discussion of the main tectonic characteristics of the Chinese continental plate. This book also intensively discusses the Mesozoic-Cenozoic tectonics and intraplate deformations, which control the majority of ore deposits and oil-gas reservoirs and have a tremendous influence on the climates and natural disasters on the continent. Some important tectonic theory problems are discussed, such as the mechanisms of the widespread intraplate deformation, the variation of lithosphere thickness, the existence of mantle plumes, the dynamic mechanisms for global tectonics, and the author's proposed hypotheses on mantle plumes and meteorite impacts. The book is intended for researchers and geologists working at universities, on geological surveys, for mining or petroleum companies, and for graduate students of geology and mineral resources. Tianfeng Wan is Professor at the China University of Geosciences, Beijing, China.

HP-UHP Metamorphism and Tectonic Evolution of Orogenic Belts
HP-UHP Metamorphism and Tectonic Evolution of Orogenic Belts

Author: Lifei Zhang (Dean of School)

Publisher:

Published: 2019

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781786204196

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High pressure (HP) and ultrahigh pressure (UHP) metamorphic rocks play a key role in understanding the tectonic evolution of orogenic belts. They have typically experienced complex changes during subduction and exhumation processes arising from recrystallization, deformation, fluid-rock interactions and even partial melting, and may therefore carry valuable records of evolving geodynamic systems in an orogenic belt. This special publication addresses the current work on HP-UHP metamorphism and its relation to the tectonic evolution of orogenic belts. This special publication contains fifteen papers covering the important orogenic belts of the Himalaya, Dabie-Sulu, Tian Shan, North Qaidam and others that have been grouped into three parts: (I) new developments in the determination of metamorphic pressure-temperature (PT) conditions and their timing, (II) overview papers of well-known HP-UHP metamorphic belts and (III) research papers for some newly discovered HP-UHP belts.

Aspects of the Tectonic Evolution of China
Aspects of the Tectonic Evolution of China

Author: J. Malpas

Publisher: Geological Society of London

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 372

ISBN-13: 9781862391567

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This volume provides accounts of up-to-date research by Chinese and international geological teams on key aspects of the tectonic evolution of China and its surrounding areas. The papers describe the formation of the geological terranes that make up this part of east Asia, place constraints on plate tectonic models for their assembly and provide accounts of unique geological feature of the subcontinent.

Precambrian Geology of China
Precambrian Geology of China

Author: Mingguo Zhai

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2015-08-11

Total Pages: 389

ISBN-13: 3662478854

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This book is the first contribution to the overview of Precambrian geology of China. It covers Precambrian geology of the North China Craton, the South China Craton and the Tarim Craton, as well as other smaller blocks in the Chinese orogenic belts. It provides systematic concepts of the Chinese paleo-continents and incorporates the most up-to-date achievements. Edited by many of the active researchers working at the forefront of the related fields, it contributes greatly to the international Precambrian geology community and would be of interest to geoscientists working in the research field of geology of China and Precambrian geodynamics.

Metamorphism of the Helanshan-Qianlishan Complex and Its Implications for Tectonic Evolution of the Khondalite Belt in the Western Block, North China Craton
Metamorphism of the Helanshan-Qianlishan Complex and Its Implications for Tectonic Evolution of the Khondalite Belt in the Western Block, North China Craton

Author: Changqing Yin

Publisher:

Published: 2017-01-26

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781361241806

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This dissertation, "Metamorphism of the Helanshan-Qianlishan Complex and Its Implications for Tectonic Evolution of the Khondalite Belt in the Western Block, North China Craton" by Changqing, Yin, 尹常青, was obtained from The University of Hong Kong (Pokfulam, Hong Kong) and is being sold pursuant to Creative Commons: Attribution 3.0 Hong Kong License. The content of this dissertation has not been altered in any way. We have altered the formatting in order to facilitate the ease of printing and reading of the dissertation. All rights not granted by the above license are retained by the author. DOI: 10.5353/th_b4569899 Subjects: Plate tectonics - China - Ningxia Huizu Zizhiqu Geology, Stratigraphic - China - Ningxia Huizu Zizhiqu Geology, Structural - China - Ningxia Huizu Zizhiqu Cratons - China - Ningxia Huizu Zizhiqu