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Lead isotope variation with growth zoning in a galena crystal

January 1, 1963

A large crystal of lead sulfide from Picher, Oklahoma, has significant differences in isotopic composition of lead in successive growth zones. Lead isotope ratios in the parent ore-fluid evidently changed with time during crystal growth. The growth history of this crystal, interpreted quantitatively, points to a tentative hypothesis of genesis of Mississippi Valley deposits of lead and zinc.

Publication Year 1963
Title Lead isotope variation with growth zoning in a galena crystal
Authors R.S. Cannon, A.P. Pierce, M.H. Delevaux
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Science
Index ID 70010838
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
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