Provisional zircon and monazite uranium-lead geochronology for selected rocks from Vermont
January 1, 2011
This report presents the results of zircon and monazite uranium-lead (U-Pb) geochronologic analyses of 24 rock samples. The samples in this study were collected from mapped exposures identified while conducting either new, detailed (1:24,000-scale) geologic quadrangle mapping or reconnaissance mapping, both of which were used for compilation of the bedrock geologic map of Vermont. All of the collected samples were judged to be igneous rocks (either intrusive or extrusive) on the basis of field relations and geochemistry. The one exception is the Okemo Quartzite on Ludlow Mountain. These geochronologic data were used to supplement regional correlations between igneous suites on the basis of similar geochemistry and geologic mapping.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2011 |
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Title | Provisional zircon and monazite uranium-lead geochronology for selected rocks from Vermont |
DOI | 10.3133/ofr20111309 |
Authors | John N. Aleinikoff, Nicholas M. Ratcliffe, Gregory J. Walsh |
Publication Type | Report |
Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
Series Title | Open-File Report |
Series Number | 2011-1309 |
Index ID | ofr20111309 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Denver Federal Center |