Geology of the Cordilleran Orogen in Canada

摘要: Seven stratigraphic chapters cover time slices from Precambrian to Neogene; also included are covering tectonic framework, paleomagnetism, physiographic evolution, Quaternary glaciation, volcanic and plutonic regimes, metamorphism, structural styles, metallogeny, energy ground resources, natural hazards. A synthesis chapter a summary of outstanding problems round out the volume. Accompanying plates include physiographic, assemblage, terrane metamorphic maps, correlation charts, cross sections, special maps showing distribution Proterozoic Miocene suites metallogeny terranes.