Precambrian Crustal Evolution of China [Paperback]

Precambrian Crustal Evolution of China integrates the theory of plate tectonics, structural geology and petrology to identify the tectonic and metamorphic environment in different stages of development of the Archaean and Proterozoic crust. Further, the evolution of the Precambrian atmosphere and hydrosphere is approached by using geochemical data and traces of life. For the first time, the results of the study of the Precambrian geology of China are made available in English to scientists and students not having access to the huge amount of Chinese literature.Precambrian Crustal Evolution of China integrates the theory of plate tectonics, structural geology and petrology to identify the tectonic and metamorphic environment in different stages of development of the Archaean and Proterozoic crust. Further, the evolution of the Precambrian atmosphere and hydrosphere is approached by using geochemical data and traces of life. For the first time, the results of the study of the Precambrian geology of China are made available in English to scientists and students not having access to the huge amount of Chinese literature.1 Introduction.- 2 Archean Crust.- 3 Early Proterozoic Crust.- 4 Mid-Late Proterozoic (Pre-Sinian) Crust.- 5 Sinian Crust.- 6 Concluding Remarks.- References.* First summary of the Precambrian of ChinaThe results of the study of Precambrian geology of China are made available in English to scientists and students not having access to Chinese literature.Springer Book ArchivesDE