USGS Geochron Database
July 28, 2026
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Title | USGS Geochron Database |
| DOI | 10.3133/fs20263016 |
| Authors | Leah E. Morgan, Kelly D. Thomson, Ian W. Hillenbrand, Amy K. Gilmer |
| Publication Type | Report |
| Publication Subtype | USGS Numbered Series |
| Series Title | Fact Sheet |
| Series Number | 2026-3016 |
| Index ID | fs20263016 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Geology, Geophysics, and Geochemistry Science Center |
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