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.
Citation Information
| 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 |