Precambrian basement and tectonism in the Intermountain West
By Geosciences and Environmental Change Science Center
October 2024 (approx.)
Detailed Description
Exploring the Colorado basement and Proterozoic shear zones. Fresh outcrops like this metagreywacke near Almont, Colorado, and cutting-edge techniques shed light on crustal growth and tectonic processes.
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Public Domain.
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