The role of magmas in the formation of hydrothermal ore deposits
January 1, 1994
Magmatic fluids, both vapour and hypersaline liquid, are a primary source of many components in hydrothermal ore deposits formed in volcanic arcs. These components, including metals and their ligands, become concentrated in magmas in various ways from various sources, including subducted oceanic crust. Leaching of rocks also contributes components to the hydrothermal fluid—a process enhanced where acid magmatic vapours are absorbed by deeply circulating meteoric waters. Advances in understanding the hydrothermal systems that formed these ore deposits have come from the study of their active equivalents, represented at the surface by hot springs and volcanic fumaroles.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1994 |
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Title | The role of magmas in the formation of hydrothermal ore deposits |
DOI | 10.1038/370519a0 |
Authors | Jeffrey W. Hedenquist, Jacob B. Lowenstern |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Nature |
Index ID | 70186663 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | Volcano Hazards Program |