The North Atlantic Igneous Province

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Authors

J. Godfrey Fitton · University of Edinburgh

Andrew C. Kerr · University of Leicester

Michael J Norry · University of Leicester

Abstract

This chapter contains sections titled: Introduction Time Scale Used in this Chapter The Tectonic Development of the North Atlantic Basins The North Atlantic Igneous Province: A Review of Age, Duration, and Main Characteristics of the Magmatism Rates of Magma Production and Crustal Generation The Influence of the Continental Lithosphere The Role of the Iceland Plume Main Conclusions and Suggestions for Future Work

Topics & Keywords

Geological and Geochemical Analysis earthquake and tectonic studies Geochemistry and Geologic Mapping

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Life below water

Publication Details

Published in: Geophysical monograph

DOI: 10.1029/gm100p0045

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