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POST-KINEMATIC [1 record]

Record 1 2011-02-08

English

Subject field(s)
  • Tectonics
  • Mineralogy
  • Chronology
CONT

In a number of cases the elongated minerals grew in random directions (amphiboles and andalusites). This can indicate post-kinematic growth but can also have been formed in low strain pockets.

OBS

post-kinematic: term used at Natural Resources Canada - Earth Sciences Sector.

PHR

Postkinematic growth.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Tectonique
  • Minéralogie
  • Chronologie
DEF

Se dit de la croissance d'un porphyroblaste qui s'est effectuée postérieurement à la déformation.

OBS

post-cinématique : terme en usage à Ressources naturelles Canada - Secteur des sciences de la Terre.

Spanish

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