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A review of applications of U-Th-Pb isotope systematics to investigations of uranium source rocks.

January 1, 1987

U, Th and Pb concentrations and the isotopic composition of Pb can be used to evaluate crystalline rocks as a source for U in sedimentary deposits. Under favourable geologic circumstances, the technique can yield information on both the timing and the amount of U released to the sedimentary environment. The technique is best suited to the study of Archean rocks that have high U/Pb, a known common Pb composition, and a simple two-stage history. Less ideal rock units can also be evaluated, but conclusions reached for rocks of Phanerozoic age or younger will generally be qualitative at best.-Author

Publication Year 1987
Title A review of applications of U-Th-Pb isotope systematics to investigations of uranium source rocks.
Authors J. S. Stuckless
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Uranium
Index ID 70014793
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse