Potassic Igneous Rocks and Associated Gold-Copper Mineralization

This comprehensive guide covers potassic igneous rocks and their geochemical characteristics, exploring their association with various gold and copper deposits.

This book provides an in-depth examination of the geochemical and petrological characteristics of potassic igneous rock complexes. It delves into the various tectonic settings where these rocks are found, offering a thorough overview and classification. The authors highlight the significant geochemical differences between barren and mineralized potassic igneous complexes, revealing how high-K rocks are genetically linked to a variety of epithermal gold and porphyry copper-gold deposits. Furthermore, the text explores the emerging recognition of these rocks' association with iron-oxide copper-gold (IOCG) deposits, intrusion-related gold deposits (IRGDs), and Carlin-type gold deposits.

In this fifth updated and expanded edition of Potassic Igneous Rocks and Associated Gold-Copper Mineralization, readers will find new data and references that encompass world-class copper and gold deposits from around the globe. The authors incorporate the latest findings on the petrogenesis of high-K magmatism and its related mineral deposits, ensuring that the content is current and relevant. The inclusion of numerous new representative ore photographs enhances the understanding of the mineral deposits discussed.

This edition serves as an invaluable resource for academic petrologists focused on alkaline rocks, as well as exploration geologists seeking to prospect for epithermal gold and porphyry copper-gold deposits in both modern and ancient terrains. The comprehensive nature of this book makes it essential for anyone involved in the study or exploration of potassic igneous rocks and their associated mineralization.