1. The document summarizes the stratigraphic study of the Salt Range in Pakistan conducted by Muhammad Aslam Khan. It describes the lithology, fossils, and environments of deposition of various rock formations in the Eastern and Western Salt Range based on field visits and observations at 7 stations.
2. Key formations described include the Sakesar Limestone, Tobra Conglomerate, Baghanwala Formation, Khewra Sandstone, and Kussak Formation in the Eastern Salt Range as well as the Tobra Conglomerate, Warchha Sandstone, Amb Formation, and Datta Formation in the Western Salt Range.
3. Contacts between formations, such as conformable and unconformable boundaries
Salt range field report by Hamza MehsudHamza Mehsud
The document provides a geology field report on the Salt Range by Hamza Daud. It includes an introduction describing the geology of the Salt Range region. The report then details 5 days of field work, with stops documenting local rock formations, including the Sakessar Limestone and Baghanwalan Formation. Measurements of strike and dip were taken using a Brunton compass. Key rock units like the Tobra Formation and their depositional environments are also described. In total, the report provides a detailed field study of the stratigraphy and structure of the Salt Range.
Geological Field report on Salt Range and Hazara AreaHamzaGujjar14
The group conducted field work in the Salt Range area over two days. On the first day, they studied the Tobra and Baghanwala formations exposed along a road near Choa Saidan Shah. The Tobra Formation consisted of poorly sorted, medium to coarse grained sandstone with conglomeratic beds deposited in a glacio-fluvial environment. The overlying Baghanwala Formation contained red sandstone, shale and clay, with salt pseudomorphs, deposited in a lagoonal environment under arid conditions. On day two, the group examined structures in the Khewra Gorge area, including folds, and studied the Khewra Sandstone, Khussak Formation and Jutana Dolom
The document provides information on the geology of the Salt Range and Kohat Potwar basin regions of Pakistan. It describes the stratigraphy and formations found in the Salt Range, including the Salt Range Formation, Khewra Sandstone, and others. It then discusses the geology, stratigraphy, structure, and hydrocarbon potential of the Kohat Potwar fold and thrust belt, noting that the Patala Formation is an important source rock. Exploration history by companies like AMOCO and MOL is also summarized.
Field report Gilgit Baltistan by Samiullahsami ullah
This document provides a geological field report from a student's field trip through northern Pakistan. The student visited areas from Muslimabad to Hunza over 6 days, observing and documenting different rock types. Key stops included Besham, Kohistan, Gilgit, and Hunza. Rocks observed included basalts, andesites, metasedimentary rocks, diorites, dunites, gabbro, basalt, gabbro norites and pyroxenites. The report includes an introduction, literature review on the geology of the areas visited, and detailed documentation of stops made each day, including observations of rock types and structures.
The document discusses ophiolites, which are sections of the Earth's oceanic crust and upper mantle that have been uplifted and exposed above sea level. It describes the typical sequence of rocks found in an ophiolite, including sediments, pillow lavas, sheeted dykes, gabbros, and ultramafic rocks. It notes that ophiolites provide insights into ancient subduction zones and mantle processes. The document also discusses occurrences of ophiolites around the world and examples from India, as well as the economic resources sometimes associated with ophiolites, such as chromite, asbestos, and massive sulfides.
The document summarizes a 4-day field report from students studying the geology of the Salt Range in Pakistan. Over the course of the trip, the students visited multiple sites across the eastern, central, and western Salt Range. At each stop, they recorded location data, measured rock structures, and identified the dominant lithologies, sedimentary features, and ages of the formations present. Some of the key formations observed included the Nagri Formation, Khewra Sandstone, Khussak Formation, Amb Formation, and Sakessar Limestone. The fieldwork helped the students gain experience identifying rock types, stratigraphic relationships, and structural features in the field.
This fieldwork report summarizes Mansoor Aziz's geological fieldwork in the Salt Range of Pakistan. It describes 6 stations visited across the Eastern and Western Salt Range. The stations examined formations from the Precambrian to Eocene, observing lithology, fossils, contacts, and environments of deposition. Key formations mentioned include the Sakesar Limestone, Tobra Conglomerate, Baghanwala Formation, and Salt Range Formation. The report provides location details, photographs, and observations about the local geology and mining activities.
Salt range field report by Hamza MehsudHamza Mehsud
The document provides a geology field report on the Salt Range by Hamza Daud. It includes an introduction describing the geology of the Salt Range region. The report then details 5 days of field work, with stops documenting local rock formations, including the Sakessar Limestone and Baghanwalan Formation. Measurements of strike and dip were taken using a Brunton compass. Key rock units like the Tobra Formation and their depositional environments are also described. In total, the report provides a detailed field study of the stratigraphy and structure of the Salt Range.
Geological Field report on Salt Range and Hazara AreaHamzaGujjar14
The group conducted field work in the Salt Range area over two days. On the first day, they studied the Tobra and Baghanwala formations exposed along a road near Choa Saidan Shah. The Tobra Formation consisted of poorly sorted, medium to coarse grained sandstone with conglomeratic beds deposited in a glacio-fluvial environment. The overlying Baghanwala Formation contained red sandstone, shale and clay, with salt pseudomorphs, deposited in a lagoonal environment under arid conditions. On day two, the group examined structures in the Khewra Gorge area, including folds, and studied the Khewra Sandstone, Khussak Formation and Jutana Dolom
The document provides information on the geology of the Salt Range and Kohat Potwar basin regions of Pakistan. It describes the stratigraphy and formations found in the Salt Range, including the Salt Range Formation, Khewra Sandstone, and others. It then discusses the geology, stratigraphy, structure, and hydrocarbon potential of the Kohat Potwar fold and thrust belt, noting that the Patala Formation is an important source rock. Exploration history by companies like AMOCO and MOL is also summarized.
Field report Gilgit Baltistan by Samiullahsami ullah
This document provides a geological field report from a student's field trip through northern Pakistan. The student visited areas from Muslimabad to Hunza over 6 days, observing and documenting different rock types. Key stops included Besham, Kohistan, Gilgit, and Hunza. Rocks observed included basalts, andesites, metasedimentary rocks, diorites, dunites, gabbro, basalt, gabbro norites and pyroxenites. The report includes an introduction, literature review on the geology of the areas visited, and detailed documentation of stops made each day, including observations of rock types and structures.
The document discusses ophiolites, which are sections of the Earth's oceanic crust and upper mantle that have been uplifted and exposed above sea level. It describes the typical sequence of rocks found in an ophiolite, including sediments, pillow lavas, sheeted dykes, gabbros, and ultramafic rocks. It notes that ophiolites provide insights into ancient subduction zones and mantle processes. The document also discusses occurrences of ophiolites around the world and examples from India, as well as the economic resources sometimes associated with ophiolites, such as chromite, asbestos, and massive sulfides.
The document summarizes a 4-day field report from students studying the geology of the Salt Range in Pakistan. Over the course of the trip, the students visited multiple sites across the eastern, central, and western Salt Range. At each stop, they recorded location data, measured rock structures, and identified the dominant lithologies, sedimentary features, and ages of the formations present. Some of the key formations observed included the Nagri Formation, Khewra Sandstone, Khussak Formation, Amb Formation, and Sakessar Limestone. The fieldwork helped the students gain experience identifying rock types, stratigraphic relationships, and structural features in the field.
This fieldwork report summarizes Mansoor Aziz's geological fieldwork in the Salt Range of Pakistan. It describes 6 stations visited across the Eastern and Western Salt Range. The stations examined formations from the Precambrian to Eocene, observing lithology, fossils, contacts, and environments of deposition. Key formations mentioned include the Sakesar Limestone, Tobra Conglomerate, Baghanwala Formation, and Salt Range Formation. The report provides location details, photographs, and observations about the local geology and mining activities.
Basalt is a common volcanic rock formed from rapidly cooled lava. It most often occurs in lava flows due to its low volatile content. Basalt is composed mainly of plagioclase feldspar and pyroxene. There are three main types - tholeiitic, alkaline, and transitional - which differ in their mineral composition and origin. The massive Deccan Traps basalt deposits in India were formed from volcanic eruptions associated with the Réunion hotspot around 65 million years ago.
The document summarizes the Cudappah Supergroup, an important Proterozoic sedimentary basin in India. It describes the basin's lithostratigraphy, which includes groups like the Papaghni, Chitravati, Nallamalai, and Srisailam quartzites. The basin provides economic resources like barytes, chrysotile, asbestos, steatite, diamonds, uranium, and building/ornamental stones. Radiometric dating indicates the basin formed between 1500-1800 million years ago. The Cudappah Supergroup is a significant paleo-Mesoproterozoic basin that records much of India's early geological history.
The document provides a field report from a 4-day trip to the Salt Range in Pakistan. It includes observations and descriptions of the local geology, stratigraphy, and paleontology. Chapters discuss the tectonics of the area and examine various road sections and sites in detail. Lithologies, fossils, and sedimentary features of 16 different formations are described. The field trip enhanced the students' understanding of the local geology and helped them learn skills like determining strike and dip of rock units.
Report on field work to salt range by tariq aziztariq aziz
The document summarizes a 4-day field trip to the Salt Range in Pakistan taken by geology students and faculty from the University of Swabi. The objectives of the trip were to study the lithology, depositional environments, sedimentary structures, rock types, contacts, and fossils in the area. During the trip, students visited sites representing different geological formations spanning from Precambrian to Eocene in age. These included the Sakesar Limestone, Tobra Formation, Baghanwala Formation, Salt Range Formation, Kusuk Formation, Jutana Formation, Warcha Sandstone, Sardai Formation, Amb Formation, Wargal Formation, Chhidru Formation, Mianwali Formation, King
The document summarizes the various processes of formation of ore deposits, which are grouped into three main types: magmatic, sedimentary, and metamorphic. Magmatic processes include magmatic concentration, hydrothermal processes, and sublimation. Sedimentary processes include sedimentary deposits, oxidation and supergene enrichment, residual and mechanical concentration, volcanogenic deposits, evaporation, and bacteriogenic processes. The key magmatic and sedimentary processes are described in further detail.
This document discusses the mineralogy, textures, types, and occurrences of granite. Granite is a common felsic intrusive igneous rock composed mainly of quartz, feldspar, and mica. It forms large batholiths within the cores of mountain ranges. Granite varies in composition but contains at least 20% quartz and can be classified based on percentages of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase feldspar. Common types include mica granite, biotite-hornblende granite, and pyroxene granite.
The document discusses skarn deposits, which are metallic deposits associated with skarn rocks formed by the chemical alteration of carbonate rocks like dolostone and limestone. It defines skarn and its classifications, discusses associated mineral deposits, and highlights potential occurrences in Nigeria. Specifically, it notes that the Younger Granites Complex and marble-bearing schist belts may host skarn occurrences in Nigeria rich in iron, copper, gold, and molybdenum deposits. The document also presents a case study of the Antamina copper-zinc skarn deposit in Peru to illustrate deposit geology and mineralization.
The document describes various rock formations observed in the Murree Road Section and Ghumawan Village area, including their lithology, contacts, fossils, ages, and structures. It provides details on the Samanasuk, Kawagarh, Hangu, Lockhart, Chichali, Lumshiwal, Patala, Margala Hill, and other limestone and shale formations. Photos further illustrate outcrops of these formations, including contacts between layers, folding, faulting, and other geological features.
1) Kerala is located on the southwest coast of India between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats mountains. It has varied geology consisting of Precambrian crystalline rocks, Tertiary sedimentary rocks, and recent sediments.
2) The oldest rocks are Precambrian and include khondalite, charnockite, sargur schists, and dharwar schists, as well as basic and ultrabasic rocks and granites. Tertiary sediments overlie the Precambrian rocks and include the Vaikom, Quilon, and Warkalli formations dating to the Miocene-Pliocene periods.
3) Recent deposits include peat beds, sand bars, and
The document summarizes the petroleum play of the Upper Indus Basin in Pakistan. It describes the production history from 1920-1991, including the first commercial well. Source rocks include formations from the Proterozoic to Eocene, with the Paleocene Patala Formation being the primary source. Maturation levels range from 0.3-1.6% vitrinite reflectance. Reservoirs include Cambrian to Miocene formations with porosity ranging from 5-30% and permeability from less than 1mD to over 300mD. Traps formed from fault truncations, seals from interbedded shales and thick Pliocene shales. The largest field to date is Dhurnal with over
"Granites" Classification, Petrogenesis and Tectonic DescriminationSamir Kumar Barik
This document discusses the classification, petrogenesis, and tectonic discrimination of granites. It begins with definitions of granite and descriptions of its typical mineralogical and textural characteristics. It then outlines several common classification schemes for granites based on mineralogy, chemistry, and tectonic setting. These include QAPF, alumina saturation, S-I-A-M, and discriminations based on plate tectonic setting. The document also discusses models for the petrogenesis of granites involving magmatic differentiation and metasomatic processes. Geochemical discrimination diagrams are presented and the multiple possible origins of granites are noted. Future work on the geochemistry and uranium mineralization of granites in specific
The Cambay Basin is an intracratonic rift graben located in northwest India that began forming following the Deccan Traps volcanic event in the late Cretaceous. The basin is filled with up to 8km of Tertiary sedimentary rocks. Major source rocks include the thick Cambay Shale deposited in the early Eocene during a transgression. Hydrocarbon reservoirs are found in the Olpad Formation, Hazad delta sands, and Miocene formations. Multiple petroleum plays exist, including those in the Paleocene-early Eocene, middle Eocene, and late Eocene-Oligocene sequences. The Cambay Shale is a prolific source of oil and gas in the
The document discusses three main types of ore forming processes: magmatic, sedimentary, and metamorphic. It focuses on magmatic processes, describing early and late magmatic processes like dissemination, segregation, injection, and residual liquid segregation and injection. Immiscible liquid segregation and injection are also discussed. Pegmatite deposits and contact metasomatic deposits near invading magmas are summarized. A variety of ore deposits can form from these magmatic processes depending on temperature and pressure conditions during crystallization and cooling of magma.
The document discusses the Western Dharwar Craton located in peninsular India. It is bounded by mobile belts and contains various rock groups like the Sargur, Bababudan, and Chitradurga groups. The oldest rocks are the Gorur gneisses dated to 3500-3600 million years ago. Younger granites and schist belts containing ultramafic and mafic rocks cut across the craton. The economic deposits in the area include magnesite, iron, chromium, vanadium, and copper-nickel ores. The craton shows increasing metamorphic grade from greenschist in the north to amphibolite and granulite facies in the south.
The document summarizes the major cratons found in India, including the Dharwar, Bastar, Singhbhum, Bundelkhand, and Aravalli cratons. It describes the geographic distribution, rock types, ages, and tectonic evolution of each craton. Key events in the evolution of the Indian cratons included continental crust formation over 3 billion years ago, greenstone belt formation and granite intrusion between 2.8-2.5 billion years ago, and collision and deformation between 3-2 billion years ago.
This document discusses the Precambrian geology of the Southern Granulite Terrain of India. It describes the terrain as being composed of several blocks separated by shear zones, which experienced high-grade metamorphism and multiple periods of folding and faulting. The metamorphic history involved ultra-high temperature conditions in some areas, as evidenced by mineral assemblages. The document also outlines two competing tectonic models to explain the evolution of the related Pandyan Mobile Belt: a subduction-collision model and an accretion model.
The document summarizes a field trip report to Balasore, North Orissa, India within the Singhbhum Craton geological location. It describes the objectives of studying the regional geology and stratigraphy. Site locations visited include Nilagiri, Mirguni, and Bhalukasauni where different rock compositions like Singhbhum granite, hornblende granite, dolerite dykes, and diorite were observed. Features like joints, quartz veins, weathering, and contact metamorphism are described. Samples were collected and stereonet plots of structural data were included. The report provides an overview of the lithology and geological structures observed during the field trip.
This report summarizes field observations from four stops in the Salt Range of Pakistan. At Stop 1, the Baghanwala and Tobra Formations were observed, with the Baghanwala consisting of red shale and sandstone and the Tobra composed of pink granite conglomerate. At Stop 2, the Sakesar and Chorgali Formations were seen, with the Sakesar containing chert limestone. Stop 3 was at Khewra Gorge where the Salt Range, Khewra, and Khussak Formations were identified. Finally, at Stop 4 in Nummel Gorge, the Wargal Limestone was examined and found to contain fossils.
Basalt is a common volcanic rock formed from rapidly cooled lava. It most often occurs in lava flows due to its low volatile content. Basalt is composed mainly of plagioclase feldspar and pyroxene. There are three main types - tholeiitic, alkaline, and transitional - which differ in their mineral composition and origin. The massive Deccan Traps basalt deposits in India were formed from volcanic eruptions associated with the Réunion hotspot around 65 million years ago.
The document summarizes the Cudappah Supergroup, an important Proterozoic sedimentary basin in India. It describes the basin's lithostratigraphy, which includes groups like the Papaghni, Chitravati, Nallamalai, and Srisailam quartzites. The basin provides economic resources like barytes, chrysotile, asbestos, steatite, diamonds, uranium, and building/ornamental stones. Radiometric dating indicates the basin formed between 1500-1800 million years ago. The Cudappah Supergroup is a significant paleo-Mesoproterozoic basin that records much of India's early geological history.
The document provides a field report from a 4-day trip to the Salt Range in Pakistan. It includes observations and descriptions of the local geology, stratigraphy, and paleontology. Chapters discuss the tectonics of the area and examine various road sections and sites in detail. Lithologies, fossils, and sedimentary features of 16 different formations are described. The field trip enhanced the students' understanding of the local geology and helped them learn skills like determining strike and dip of rock units.
Report on field work to salt range by tariq aziztariq aziz
The document summarizes a 4-day field trip to the Salt Range in Pakistan taken by geology students and faculty from the University of Swabi. The objectives of the trip were to study the lithology, depositional environments, sedimentary structures, rock types, contacts, and fossils in the area. During the trip, students visited sites representing different geological formations spanning from Precambrian to Eocene in age. These included the Sakesar Limestone, Tobra Formation, Baghanwala Formation, Salt Range Formation, Kusuk Formation, Jutana Formation, Warcha Sandstone, Sardai Formation, Amb Formation, Wargal Formation, Chhidru Formation, Mianwali Formation, King
The document summarizes the various processes of formation of ore deposits, which are grouped into three main types: magmatic, sedimentary, and metamorphic. Magmatic processes include magmatic concentration, hydrothermal processes, and sublimation. Sedimentary processes include sedimentary deposits, oxidation and supergene enrichment, residual and mechanical concentration, volcanogenic deposits, evaporation, and bacteriogenic processes. The key magmatic and sedimentary processes are described in further detail.
This document discusses the mineralogy, textures, types, and occurrences of granite. Granite is a common felsic intrusive igneous rock composed mainly of quartz, feldspar, and mica. It forms large batholiths within the cores of mountain ranges. Granite varies in composition but contains at least 20% quartz and can be classified based on percentages of quartz, alkali feldspar, and plagioclase feldspar. Common types include mica granite, biotite-hornblende granite, and pyroxene granite.
The document discusses skarn deposits, which are metallic deposits associated with skarn rocks formed by the chemical alteration of carbonate rocks like dolostone and limestone. It defines skarn and its classifications, discusses associated mineral deposits, and highlights potential occurrences in Nigeria. Specifically, it notes that the Younger Granites Complex and marble-bearing schist belts may host skarn occurrences in Nigeria rich in iron, copper, gold, and molybdenum deposits. The document also presents a case study of the Antamina copper-zinc skarn deposit in Peru to illustrate deposit geology and mineralization.
The document describes various rock formations observed in the Murree Road Section and Ghumawan Village area, including their lithology, contacts, fossils, ages, and structures. It provides details on the Samanasuk, Kawagarh, Hangu, Lockhart, Chichali, Lumshiwal, Patala, Margala Hill, and other limestone and shale formations. Photos further illustrate outcrops of these formations, including contacts between layers, folding, faulting, and other geological features.
1) Kerala is located on the southwest coast of India between the Arabian Sea and the Western Ghats mountains. It has varied geology consisting of Precambrian crystalline rocks, Tertiary sedimentary rocks, and recent sediments.
2) The oldest rocks are Precambrian and include khondalite, charnockite, sargur schists, and dharwar schists, as well as basic and ultrabasic rocks and granites. Tertiary sediments overlie the Precambrian rocks and include the Vaikom, Quilon, and Warkalli formations dating to the Miocene-Pliocene periods.
3) Recent deposits include peat beds, sand bars, and
The document summarizes the petroleum play of the Upper Indus Basin in Pakistan. It describes the production history from 1920-1991, including the first commercial well. Source rocks include formations from the Proterozoic to Eocene, with the Paleocene Patala Formation being the primary source. Maturation levels range from 0.3-1.6% vitrinite reflectance. Reservoirs include Cambrian to Miocene formations with porosity ranging from 5-30% and permeability from less than 1mD to over 300mD. Traps formed from fault truncations, seals from interbedded shales and thick Pliocene shales. The largest field to date is Dhurnal with over
"Granites" Classification, Petrogenesis and Tectonic DescriminationSamir Kumar Barik
This document discusses the classification, petrogenesis, and tectonic discrimination of granites. It begins with definitions of granite and descriptions of its typical mineralogical and textural characteristics. It then outlines several common classification schemes for granites based on mineralogy, chemistry, and tectonic setting. These include QAPF, alumina saturation, S-I-A-M, and discriminations based on plate tectonic setting. The document also discusses models for the petrogenesis of granites involving magmatic differentiation and metasomatic processes. Geochemical discrimination diagrams are presented and the multiple possible origins of granites are noted. Future work on the geochemistry and uranium mineralization of granites in specific
The Cambay Basin is an intracratonic rift graben located in northwest India that began forming following the Deccan Traps volcanic event in the late Cretaceous. The basin is filled with up to 8km of Tertiary sedimentary rocks. Major source rocks include the thick Cambay Shale deposited in the early Eocene during a transgression. Hydrocarbon reservoirs are found in the Olpad Formation, Hazad delta sands, and Miocene formations. Multiple petroleum plays exist, including those in the Paleocene-early Eocene, middle Eocene, and late Eocene-Oligocene sequences. The Cambay Shale is a prolific source of oil and gas in the
The document discusses three main types of ore forming processes: magmatic, sedimentary, and metamorphic. It focuses on magmatic processes, describing early and late magmatic processes like dissemination, segregation, injection, and residual liquid segregation and injection. Immiscible liquid segregation and injection are also discussed. Pegmatite deposits and contact metasomatic deposits near invading magmas are summarized. A variety of ore deposits can form from these magmatic processes depending on temperature and pressure conditions during crystallization and cooling of magma.
The document discusses the Western Dharwar Craton located in peninsular India. It is bounded by mobile belts and contains various rock groups like the Sargur, Bababudan, and Chitradurga groups. The oldest rocks are the Gorur gneisses dated to 3500-3600 million years ago. Younger granites and schist belts containing ultramafic and mafic rocks cut across the craton. The economic deposits in the area include magnesite, iron, chromium, vanadium, and copper-nickel ores. The craton shows increasing metamorphic grade from greenschist in the north to amphibolite and granulite facies in the south.
The document summarizes the major cratons found in India, including the Dharwar, Bastar, Singhbhum, Bundelkhand, and Aravalli cratons. It describes the geographic distribution, rock types, ages, and tectonic evolution of each craton. Key events in the evolution of the Indian cratons included continental crust formation over 3 billion years ago, greenstone belt formation and granite intrusion between 2.8-2.5 billion years ago, and collision and deformation between 3-2 billion years ago.
This document discusses the Precambrian geology of the Southern Granulite Terrain of India. It describes the terrain as being composed of several blocks separated by shear zones, which experienced high-grade metamorphism and multiple periods of folding and faulting. The metamorphic history involved ultra-high temperature conditions in some areas, as evidenced by mineral assemblages. The document also outlines two competing tectonic models to explain the evolution of the related Pandyan Mobile Belt: a subduction-collision model and an accretion model.
The document summarizes a field trip report to Balasore, North Orissa, India within the Singhbhum Craton geological location. It describes the objectives of studying the regional geology and stratigraphy. Site locations visited include Nilagiri, Mirguni, and Bhalukasauni where different rock compositions like Singhbhum granite, hornblende granite, dolerite dykes, and diorite were observed. Features like joints, quartz veins, weathering, and contact metamorphism are described. Samples were collected and stereonet plots of structural data were included. The report provides an overview of the lithology and geological structures observed during the field trip.
This report summarizes field observations from four stops in the Salt Range of Pakistan. At Stop 1, the Baghanwala and Tobra Formations were observed, with the Baghanwala consisting of red shale and sandstone and the Tobra composed of pink granite conglomerate. At Stop 2, the Sakesar and Chorgali Formations were seen, with the Sakesar containing chert limestone. Stop 3 was at Khewra Gorge where the Salt Range, Khewra, and Khussak Formations were identified. Finally, at Stop 4 in Nummel Gorge, the Wargal Limestone was examined and found to contain fossils.
The document provides information on a Prospecting Licence area located in northwest Guyana. It summarizes the regional geology, which consists of Lower Proterozoic volcanic and sedimentary rocks overlain by flat-lying sedimentary rocks. Gold mineralization in the area is found in quartz veins associated with shear zones and foliated rocks. Soil samples within the license area show two anomalous zones with gold values up to 619 and 212 ppb. Active small-scale gold mining occurs near the license area from quartz veins and saprolite.
This document provides information on a Prospecting Licence (PL C-68) area located in northwestern Guyana. It summarizes the regional geology, consisting of Lower Proterozoic volcanic and sedimentary rocks overlain by flat-lying sediments. Gold mineralization in the area is found in quartz veins associated with shear zones and foliated sediments. Soil sampling on the PL found one anomalous area with gold values up to 212 ppb. The potential for gold in the area is considered good based on active alluvial and hard rock mining occurring nearby. The document provides location details, descriptions of historical mining, and includes several maps outlining the geology and geochemical sampling of the PL area.
Myanmar known until recently as Burma, is slowly but steadily starting to attract foreign investment, driven mainly by international resource firms eager to tap into the mineral-rich South East Asia's country. After more than half a century of military ruling, Burma has started benefitting from the recent suspension of sanctions by Canada, the United States and the European Union. Myanmar's gold production is increasing and could prove a key factor for the country's economic growth, but many gold miners are suffering from lung diseases due to inadequate equipment and antiquated practices. In mineral-rich areas of Kachin State, taxes from Burmese and Chinese gold mining provides an important income stream to the Kachin Independence Organization. However, these mining companies use mercury in an environmentally hazardous extraction process, which can lead to long-lasting damage for the area's forests and river ways.
This document provides details from a 4-day geology field tour conducted by the Department of Earth Sciences at a university. The tour visited the Salt Range area to study the stratigraphy. On the first day, students visited Khewra Gorge to examine the Salt Range formation and other units. Methodology used included GPS, compass, hammer, hand lens, and tape. Key formations observed included the Salt Range Formation, Khewra Sandstone, Kussak Formation, Jutana Dolomite, and Baghanwala Formation. Structures like cross-bedding, ripple marks, mud cracks, and salt pseudomorphs were described. The field tour allowed students to analyze the stratigraphy and sedimentary features of the
This document provides information on Prospecting License C-66 located in northwest Guyana. The license area shows potential for gold mineralization. Historical mining in the area has recovered gold from alluvial deposits and quartz veins. Geological mapping indicates the license area contains metasediments and metavolcanics from the Lower Proterozoic Mazaruni Supergroup intruded by younger granites. Limited geochemical sampling within the license area has identified one anomalous area with gold values between 25-38 ppb. The regional geology and structures controlling gold mineralization in the area are not well defined due to thick tropical weathering and limited exposure and data.
kumar2017.Gold - Sulphide Mineralization in Ultramafic-Mafic-Granite.pdfDUSABEMARIYA
This document summarizes the results of geophysical studies conducted in Jashpur and Raigarh districts of central India to delineate concealed mineral deposits. Time domain induced polarization and electrical resistivity tomography surveys were carried out at seven sites within ultramafic-mafic-granite complexes known to contain gold-sulphide mineralization. The studies identified zones of high resistivity and high chargeability consistent with conductive metallic mineralization. Notably, a chargeability magnitude of 9-14 mV/V was observed at the Pharsabahar-Pandripani site, indicating a strong conductor associated with a gold-sulphide ore body. Similarly, the Samarkachar site showed a good correlation
The San Sai oil field is an important oil field in the Fang Basin. The sedimentary facies and basin
evolution have been interpreted using well data incorporated with 2D seismic profiles. The study indicates that
the Fang Basin was subsided as a half-graben in the Late Eocene by regional plate tectonism. The deposit is
thicker westward toward the major fault. The sedimentary sequence of the Fang Basin can be subdivided into
two formations which comprise five associated depositional environments. The results of total organic carbon
content (TOC), vitrinnite reflectance (%Ro), Rock-Eval pyrolysis and headspace gas analyses and the study of
basin modeling using PetroMod1D software are compiled and interpreted. They indicate that source rocks of
kerogen type II and III with 1.78 – 3.13%wt. TOC were mature and generated mainly oil at 5,600 – 6,700 feet
deep (Middle Mae Sod Formation). Source rocks of kerogen type II and III with 2.07 – 39.07%wt. TOC
locating deeper than 6,700 feet (Lower Mae Sod Formation) were mature to late mature and generated mainly
gas at this level. According to TTI (Time Temperature Index) modeling using PetroMod11.1D software,
hydrocarbon generation took place in the Middle Miocene and the generated oil and gas migrated through
fractures and faults to accumulate in traps at 2,900-4,000 feet deep (Upper Mae Sod Formation).
1. The document describes 10 stratigraphic formations observed in the Khewra Gorge and Chowa Road section in the Salt Range, including their lithology, age, fossils, and contacts.
2. Key formations discussed include the Salt Range Formation (Precambrian-Cambrian), Khewra Sandstone (Early Cambrian), Kussak Formation (Early-Middle Cambrian), and Jutana Formation (Early-Middle Cambrian).
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1. STRATIGRAPHIC STUDY OF SALT RANGE
Submitted
By
MUHAMMAD ASLAM KHAN
BS Geology (Batch-1)
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Field Report Submitted To Muhammad Awais Lecturer Geology
Department, University of Swabi
2. Introduction of Salt Range
The Salt Range contains the most important geologic and paleontological localities in
Pakistan and is one of the outstanding field areas in the entire world. In fact, it represents an open
book of geology where various richly fossiliferous stratified rocks are very well exposed due to
lack of vegetation. It is also called as museum of geology and paleontology. The Salt Range forms
the southern border of the hydrocarbon-bearing Potowar Basin in northern Pakistan, along the
northwestern margin of the Indo-Pakistani Plate (Fig. 1).
Figure 1: Map of the Salt Range, Pakistan (after E.H. PASCOE, 1919).
The name of Salt range was first use by ELPHISTON in 1808. The name is derived from
the fact that area contains huge reserve of the common table salt. Salt range is characterized by
extensive Anticlines folds, Synclines folds and various types of Faults. It is also important as a
source of minerals e.g. Halite, gypsum, Coal, fire clay etc. The occurrence of these minerals is
important in stratigraphic as well as paleontological point of view.
3. The Indus Basin of Pakistan is divided into two parts i.e. Lower Indus Basin and Upper
Indus Basin. The Upper Indus Basin is further divided by Sargodha high way in to two parts.
Towards the east of the Sargodha highway is Potwar Plateau and towards the west is Kohat Plateau.
The region of the North Punjab called as Potwar Plateau, is bound in the South by Salt range and
in North by MBT (Main Boundary Thrust).
The Salt range is mainly divided into two parts. The area to the east of the river Indus
“Main Salt range” or “Cis-Indus Salt range” and the area to the west of river Indus is called “Trans-
Indus Salt range”. The main Salt range is further divided into three parts:
Eastern Salt Range
Central Salt Range
Western Salt Range
Eastern Salt range is about 16km and its height about the sea level is 760m. The western
range is widens westward to the width of about 32km with highest altitude of 1422m at Sakesar.
Similarly central Salt range is more wider then eastern and western Salt range.
The Salt range strikes almost East-West and terminates at Kalabagh where the range is
intersected by river Indus. Beyond the river Indus the ranges beaks out into various ranges
collectively referred as Trans-Indus ranges. The rocks in the Salt ranges are generally folded and
are typically marked by large and small scale faulting as well as local over-thrusting with
movements towards south. The sedimentary sequence ranges from Pre-Cambrian to the Eocene
and recent age. It is also marked by several unconformities.
Field Visit
In our field visit to the Salt range, we have visited only eastern and western Salt range of
the main Salt ranges. In the Eastern Salt range, we studied the Khewra Gorge, while in the western
Salt range we studied the Nammal Gorge and Zaluch Nala section. We have studied the
stratigraphy and lithology of the various formation exposed in the above said Gorges. We also
observed a very important mineral deposit e.g. Khewra Salt mine.
4. EASTERN SALT RANGE
The different areas that we visited in eastern salt range are marked in the following satellite
image on the basis of GPS data taken in the field.
Figure 2: Satellite image of the study areas (stations) that were visited in Eastern Salt Range.
Station # 1
At station 1, there was Sakesar Limestone and location was Katas. This formation is the
second member of the Chharat Group. Lithology of this formation is limestone which is cream to
light gray in color, nodular, and massive in the upper part and also highly fossiliferous. Chert
nodules are present in Sakesar Limestone (fig. 3). Mostly forams are present in this formation.
Mollusks and Echinoids are also present, due to the presence of these fossils, the age assigned to
this formation is Early Eocene. Its environment of deposition is shallow marine. The upper contact
is with Chorgali Formation and this contact is conformable (fig. 4). The lower contact is with
Nammal Formation and it is also conformable. Chorgali is the last member of Chharat group and
is of Early Eocene age. Main lithology of Chorgali is olive green shale with bedded limestone (fig.
5). According to the GPS data (32°43.482' N and 72°57.451' E) satellite image of the study area
(fig. 2) and elevation is 690 meter.
5. Figure 3: Chert nodules in Sakesar limestone (coin is for scale).
Figure 4: Conformable contact between Chorgali formation and Sakesar Limestone, camera
facing south-east (geological hammer is for scale).
6. Figure 5: Chorgali Formation with shale and limestone beds, camera facing north-west
(geological hammer is for scale).
Station # 2
At station 2, there was Tobra Conglomerate. This formation is the first member of the
Nilawahan group. Nilawahan group represent the Lower Permian strata of the Salt range. Main
lithology of this formation is conglomerate (fig. 6), sandstone and shale. Conglomerate of this
formation is polymictic which means that clasts of this formation are derived from various sources.
Pink colored Granite clasts are very common in these conglomerates which are the part of the
“Nager Parker granite” in Sindh. Environment of deposition of this formation is Glacio-Fluvial
and Fluvial environment. Various fossils reported from this formation are pollens, spores etc. Age
assigned to this formation is Lower Permian. The upper contact of this formation is with Dandot
Formation and conformable. The lower contact of this formation in Zaluch Nala is with Lei
conglomerate which is an unconformable contact. On basis of GPS data (32°40.591' N and
72°58.252' E) satellite image of the study area (fig. 2) and elevation is 677 meter.
7. Figure 6: Tobra Conglomerate, camera facing east (geological hammer is for scale).
Station # 3
At station 3, there was Baghanwala formation. This formation is the last member of Jehlum
group. Main lithology of this formation is blood-red shales and flaggy sandstones; with salt
pseudomorphs (fig. 7). Sandstone is thick bedded while shale is thin bedded. The upper contact of
the Baghanwala Formation with the overlying Tobra Formation is unconformable which can be
easily seen on Khewra-Choa Saidan Shah road (fig. 8), whereas the lower contact with the Jutana
Formation is conformable. Environment of deposition of Baghanwala Formation is Lagoonal
environment. According to GPS data (32°40.089' N and 72°58.931' E) satellite image of the study
area (fig. 2) and elevation is 652 meter.
Figure 7: Salt pseudomorphs in Baghanwala Formation (coin is for scale).
8. Figure 8: Unconformable contact between Tobra Conglomerate and Baghanwala Formation,
camera facing north (geological hammer is for scale).
Station # 4
At station 4, there was contact between Khewra Sandstone and Salt Range Formation in
Khewra Gorge which is a thrust fault (fig. 9). Khewra Sandstone is the first member of Jehlum
group and is of Early Cambrian in age. Main lithology of Khewra Sandstone is Shale and purple
sandstones. Environment of deposition of Khewra Sandstone is deltaic environment. There were
climbing ripple marks in Khewra Sandstone (fig. 10). While Salt Range Formation is of Pre-
Cambrian age and is also called as Punjab Saline Series. Main lithology of this formation is red
gypseous marl with rock salt, gypsum-dolomite above; occasional oil shale. Marl is bright reddish
in color. Environment of deposition of Salt Range Formation is evaporitic environment. According
to GPS data (32°40.075' N and 73°00.287' E) satellite image of the study area (fig. 2).
9. Figure 9: Thrust Fault between Khewra Sandstone and Salt Range Formation, camera facing
north-east direction.
Figure 10: Climbing ripple marks in Khewra Sandstone, camera facing south (GPS is for scale).
10. Station # 5
At station 5, there was contact between Khewra Sandstone and Kussak Formation (fig. 11)
in Khewra Gorge. Kussak Formation is of Early Middle Cambrian and is the second member of
Jehlum group. Main lithology of Kussak Formation is gray-purplish shales and glauconitic
sandstones. Lower contact with underlying Khewra Sandstone is conformable and upper contact
with overlying Jutana Formation is also conformable. Its environment of deposition is marine
environment. On the basis of GPS data (32°40.185' N and 73°00.227' E) satellite image of the
study area (fig. 2) and elevation is 369 meter.
Figure 11: Conformable contact between Khewra Sandstone and Kussak Formation (man is for
scale).
Station # 6
At station 6, there was Khewra Trap in Khewra Gorge which is the product of only igneous
activity in the entire Salt range (fig. 12). Khewra Trap is also known as “Khewrite”. It is a thin
flow of an ultrapotassic rock (silica-under-saturated rock) and is purple reddish, brown, orange to
buff, rarely dark green color. Characteristic feature is that it consists of highly decomposed
radiating needles of light colored Pyroxene mineral. Its origin is crustal thinning due to normal
faulting. According to GPS data (32°40.016' N and 73°00.291' E) satellite image of the study area
(fig. 2) and elevation is 340 meter.
11. Figure 12: Type locality of Khewra Trap, camera facing south-east (man is for scale).
Western Salt Range
Zaluch Nala
The different areas that we visited in Zaluch Nala of the western salt range are marked in
the following satellite image on the basis of GPS data taken in the field.
Figure 13: Satellite image of the study areas (stations) that were visited in Zaluch Nala.
12. Station # 1
At station 1, there was Tobra Conglomerate in Zaluch Nala. This formation is the first
member of the Nilawahan group. Nilawahan group represent the Lower Permian strata of the Salt
range. Main lithology of this formation is conglomerate (fig. 14), sandstone and shale.
Conglomerate of this formation is polymictic which means that clasts of this formation are derived
from various sources. Pink colored Granite clasts are very common in these conglomerates which
are the part of the “Nager Parker granite” in Sindh. Environment of deposition of this formation is
Glacio-Fluvial and Fluvial environment. The upper contact of this formation is with Dandot
formation but in Zaluch Nala, Dandot formation is missing so the upper contact is unconformable.
The lower contact of this formation in Zaluch Nala is with Lei conglomerate which is an
unconformable contact. According to GPS data (32°46.900' N and 71°38.359' E) satellite image
of the study area (fig. 13) and elevation is 270 meter.
Figure 14: Tobra Conglomerate of Zaluch Nala, camera facing north (coin is for scale).
Station # 2
At station 1, there was Warchha Sandstone (fig. 15) in Zaluch Nala. The second member
of this group i.e. Dandot formation is missing in the Zaluch Nala. Warchha Sandstone is of Early
Permian and is the third member of the Nilawahan group. Main lithology of this formation is
13. sandstone which is medium to coarse grained and mostly thick bedded and massive. Sandstone is
of red to maroon and light in color. The sandstone is arkosic. The formation is locally speckled
which caused the previous workers to call it as "Speckled sandstone". Cross bedding in Warchha
Sandstone (fig. 16). Environment of deposition of this formation is fluvial (flood plain). The upper
contact of this formation is with overlying Sardhai Formation which is conformable. The lower
contact of this formation is unconformable in Zaluch Nala. On the basis of GPS data (32°46.892'
N and 71°38.261' E) satellite image of the study area (fig. 13) and elevation is 268 meter.
Figure 15: Coarse grained Warchha Sandstone, camera facing north-east (coin is for scale).
Figure 16: Cross bedding in Warchha Sandstone, camera facing north (GPS is for scale).
14. Station # 3
At station 3, there was Amb Formation in Zaluch Nala. Amb Formation is the first member
of Zaluch Group and is of Late Permian age. This formation consists of thin to medium bedded
sandstone and limestone (fig. 17). Environment of deposition of this formation is shallow marine
to paludal (marsh - dominated by herbs). Thin beds of shale are also present. Upper contact with
Wargal limestone is conformable and the lower contact with Sardhai formation is also
conformable. According to GPS data (32°46'52.41" N and 71°38'42.95" E) satellite image of the
study area (fig. 13).
Figure 17: Sandstone of Amb Formation, camera facing south-west (man is for scale).
Station # 4
At station 4, there was contact between Amb Formation and Sardhai Formation in Zaluch
Nala (fig. 18). Sardhai Formation is the fourth or last member of Nilawahan Group and is of Early
Permian. Main lithology of Sardhai Formation is dark purple and lavender clays with subordinate
sandstones. Environment of deposition of this formation is fluvial dominated delta (fluvial-
marine). Upper contact of this formation is with overlying Amb formation which is conformable
contact. Lower contact of this formation with Warchha Sandstone is also conformable. According
to GPS data (32°46'59.62" N, 71°38'49.13" E) satellite image of the study area (fig. 13).
15. Figure 18: Picture showing Sardhai clays, camera facing north.
Station # 5
At station 5, there was Datta Formation in Zaluch Nala. Datta Formation is the first member
of Baroch Group and is of Early Jurassic age. Main lithology of Datta formation is Sandstones
(fig. 19) with limestones and carbonaceous shales. Environment of deposition of this formation is
very shallow marine to deltaic and alluvial plains. Upper contact of this formation with overlying
Shinawari Formation is gradational and conformable. Lower contact with underlying Kingriali
Formation is unconformable. According to GPS data (32°47.249' N and 71°39.072' E) satellite
image of the study area (fig. 13) and elevation is 418 meter.
Figure 19: Datta Sandstone, camera facing south (man is for scale).
16. Nammal Gorge
The different areas that we visited in Nammal Gorge of the western salt range are marked
in the satellite image on the basis of GPS data taken in the field.
Figure 20: Satellite image of the study areas (stations) that were visited in Nammal Gorge.
Station # 6
At station 6, there was contact between Sardhai Clays and Warchha Sandstone (fig. 21).
Sardhai Formation is including dark purple and lavender clays with subordinate sandstones while
Warchha Sandstone consist of red and light colored sandstones (arkosic). According to GPS data
(32°38.325' N, 71°47.581' E) satellite image of the study area (fig. 20) and elevation is 335 meter.
17. Figure 21: Contact between Sardhai clays and Warchha Sandstone, camera facing north (man is
for scale).
Station # 7
At station 7, there was Chhidru Limestone in the Nammal Gorge. Chhidru Limestone is
the third member or last member of Zaluch Group and is of Late Permian age. Main lithology of
this formation is limestone, marl and calcareous sandstone. Environment of deposition of this
formation is shallow marine, littoral to paludal. The lower contact of this formation with Wargal
limestone is conformable. The upper contact with Mianwali formation is not conformable (fig.
22). The boundary between Paleozoic Era and Mesozoic Era is called Permo-Triassic boundary. It
is passage of Marine Permian to Marine Triassic. Permian rocks located in the Salt Range have
richness of fauna and having relationship with the rocks of Triassic system, the strata near the
Permo-Triassic boundary are marine and having conformable relationship but there is significant
break in the fauna at the contact which is a Paraconformity. According to GPS data (32°39.279' N
and 71°47.684' E) satellite image of the study area (fig. 20) and elevation is 273 meter.
18. Figure 22: Permo-Triassic boundary between Chhidru Limestone and Mianwali Formation,
camera facing south-east (man is for scale).
Reference: Stratigraphy of Pakistan 2009 by S.M Ibrahim Shah
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