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Growth of the Tongariro volcanic complex: New evidence from K-Ar age determinations

January 1, 1996

New K-Ar age determinations indicate that the exposed portion of the Tongariro volcanic complex has grown steadily since at least 275 ka, with intervals of vigorous cone growth at 210-200.130-70. and 25 ka to the present day.

Citation Information

Publication Year 1996
Title Growth of the Tongariro volcanic complex: New evidence from K-Ar age determinations
DOI 10.1080/00288306.1996.9514701
Authors B.J. Hobden, Bruce F. Houghton, M. A. Lanphere, I.A. Nairn
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title New Zealand Journal of Geology and Geophysics
Index ID 70018565
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Volcano Hazards Program

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