Dolomitization of Quaternary reef limestones, Aitutaki, Cook Islands
January 1, 1992
The primary reef framework is considered to have been deposited during several highstands of sea level. Following partial to local recrystallization of the limestone, a signle episode of dolomitization occurred. Both tidal and thermal pumping drove large quantities of seawater through the porous rocks and perhaps maintained a wide mixing zone. However, the isotopic, geochemical and petrographic data do not clearly indicate the extent of seawater mixing. -from Authors
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1992 |
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Title | Dolomitization of Quaternary reef limestones, Aitutaki, Cook Islands |
Authors | J. R. Hein, S.C. Gray, B. M. Richmond, L. D. White |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Sedimentology |
Index ID | 70016806 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |