Types Of Deposits Research Articles

Mineral textures, mineral chemistry and S isotopes of sulphides from the Tianbaoshan Pb–Zn–Cu deposit in the Sichuan–Yunnan–Guizhou triangle: implications for mineralization process

AbstractThe carbonate-hosted Pb–Zn deposits in the Sichuan–Yunnan–Guizhou (SYG) triangle region are important Indosinian deposits in South China. The Tianbaoshan deposit is a typical large Pb–Zn deposit in the SYG area and occurs as pipe-like type, hosted by Sinian dolostone. It contains ∼26 Mt Zn–Pb ore (7.76–10.09 % Zn, 1.28–1.50 % Pb and 93.6 g t−1 Ag) and >0.1 Mt Cu ore (2.55 % Cu). In this study, the detailed mineral textures, mineral chemical and sulphur isotopic compositions of the various sulphides have been analysed to constrain the abnormal enrichment mechanism and mineralization relationship. Four mineralization stages have been recognized: Stage 1, minor early pyrite (Py1) with relics and infill of intergranular dolomite or quartz grains; Stage 2, Cu mineralization with coarse-grained, elliptical crystal chalcopyrite (Cp1); (3) Stage 3, Zn mineralization with dark fine-grained sphalerite (Sph1) and light coarse-grained sphalerite (Sph2); and (4) Stage 4, as represented by a quartz–calcite assemblage with galena, minor pyrite (Py2) and chalcopyrite (Cp2). The petrography of the sulphide minerals (Py1, Cp1, Sph1 and Sph2) demonstrates a mutual inclusion relationship. The nature of this relationship from core to rim and their similar sulphur isotope values (5.5–8.3 ‰) indicates a single sulphur source, suggesting that the different mineralization types are the result of different stages of a continuous hydrothermal system. Sphalerite geothermometer study suggests that sphalerite in the Tianbaoshan deposit formed in a low-temperature (<200 °C) hydrothermal system. The low concentrations of Mn and In, low In/Ge ratios and high Fe/Cd ratios in the sphalerite are consistent with those of Mississippi Valley-type (MVT) deposits, but different from those of magmatism-related deposits (e.g. epithermal, skarn and VMS deposits). The positive δ34S values for Py1 (5.1–7.9 ‰), Cp1 (5.1–7.2 ‰), Sph1 (4.7–7.4 ‰), Sph2 (3.9–8.7 ‰), Py2 (4.4–9.3 ‰) and Cp2 (5.0–6.8 ‰) indicate a sulphur source from thermochemical reduction of coeval seawater sulphate. Widely developed dissolved textures (caverns and breccias) with massive sulphide infillings and deformed host rock remnants suggest that replacement of host dolostones by ore fluids was volumetrically significant and the ore formed nearly simultaneously with the cavities. The Tianbaoshan deposit is a typical MVT deposit, which resulted from mixing of a H2S-rich fluid and a metal-rich fluid, with thermochemical sulphate reduction occurring before ore precipitation rather than during ore precipitation.

Genesis of the Qilinchang Pb–Zn deposit, southwestern China: Evidence from mineralogy, trace elements systematics and S–Pb isotopic characteristics of sphalerite

The Qilinchang (Pb–Zn)–Ag-Ge deposit of the Yangtze Platform, southwest China are hosted in the Early Carboniferous carbonate rocks of the Baizuo Formation. The deposit is located within the Sichuan-Yunnan-Guizhou (SYG) metallogenic province, which is western bounded by the Yangtze Platform in the southwestern part of China. Ore minerals are sphalerite, galena, pyrite, chalcopyrite, and marmatite, whereas gangue minerals are dolomite, calcite, and quartz. This study highlights the results of sphalerite chemistry analyzed by electron microprobe analyzer (EPMA), the laser-ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (LA-ICP-MS) and isotopic analysis. These techniques were used to investigate the major and trace concentrations in sphalerite from the Qilinchang deposit, in an attempt to provide noteworthy discernments into the ore-forming temperature and metal sources of the deposit. The calculated FeS (mole %) results obtained from Fe (wt. %) with the assumption that the sphalerite is stoichiometric in composition range from 0.02 to 13.48 mol % and mode at 3 mol %. This low FeS content falls within the bornite + pyrite + chalcopyrite field on the Fe–Zn–S system suggesting an increase in sulfur activity. The application of Ga/Ge ratios in sphalerite against the formation temperature was used to determine the homogenization temperature of this deposit. This expression is based on the existing Al/Si geothermometers as (Al/Si)total atomic ratio as a function of temperature calculated using available constants of hydrolysis reactions. The log10 (Ga/Ge) ratios calculated for this study range from −2.8 to 0.87, corresponding to formation temperatures of 100–227 °C, with an average of 180.3 °C. Likewise, correlation between PC1* and the homogenization temperature indicated that the calculated formation temperatures for this study ranged from 119.3 to 217.9 °C, which suggests that the deposit is sourced from a low-temperature environment. The δ34S of sphalerite is related to the thermochemical sulfate reduction (TSR) of Carboniferous seawater sulfate and are mainly derived from evaporites in the host strata producing H2S−rich fluid by TSR with restricted inducement from mantle-derived sulfur. The homogenous composition of Pb isotopic data of sphalerite indicates that the metals were predominantly originated from the basement rocks of the Mesoproterozoic-early Neoproterozoic rocks of the Kunyang Group. From these geochemical signatures, it can be inferred that the Qilinchang deposit was not linked to magmatic activities. It is proposed that the ore-forming fluids responsible for the formation of the deposit were generated from a low-temperature environment. Economic potential reveals the most important attributes of this deposit are high Zn and Pb grade (approximately 17.5% Zn and 6.6% Pb, 3.32 Mt of metal). Overall, the mineralization of the Qilinchang Pb–Zn deposit shows it a high-grade remarkable Pb–Zn deposit transiting between MVT and high-temperature carbonate-replacement Pb–Zn deposits. We suggest that the determination of the genetic type of this exceptional deposit is important to the research and exploration of similar Pb–Zn deposits in other metallogenic provinces of China.

Identification of the main factors of sedimentogenesis and early diagenesis in bottom sediments of the Kara Sea based on methods of mathematical statistics

In the article, methods of mathematical statistics were used to study the processes of sedimentogenesis and early diagenesis of the surface sediments of the Kara Sea. Correlation analysis established two groups of oxides associated with certain granulometric types of deposits. As a result of applying one-way analysis of variance, the regularity of the distribution of sand, silt and pelite was established in accordance with the conditions of sedimentation based on differences between their average values. Based on these data, maps of the distribution of sand, silt, and pelite were constructed within the studied part of the Kara Sea. On the basis of statistical data, some features of the main factors of sedimentogenesis for this region were revealed. As a result of the established relationship between the Mn/Al, Mn/Fe, MnO/SiO2 ratios and depth, using a one-dimensional regression analysis, the intensity of early oxidative diagenesis within the shelf zone of the Kara Sea was studied.

Mineralogical distribution and genetic aspects of cobalt at the active Fåvne and Loki’s Castle seafloor massive sulfide deposits, Arctic Mid-Ocean Ridges

The demand for responsibly sourced cobalt has increased dramatically as a result of the global transition to ‘fossil-free’ electromobility. However, the distribution, mineralogical expressions and mechanisms of concentration of Co in different types of hydrothermal ore deposits remain poorly constrained, inhibiting resource assessments and exploration. Here we report Co and other metal concentrations in ores from the active Fåvne and Loki’s Castle seafloor massive sulfide (SMS) deposits located along the Mohns Ridge and assess some genetic aspects of Co. The assemblages from the recently discovered Fåvne deposit are dominated by either pyrrhotite-isocubanite or sphalerite, in both cases with abundant anhydrite and local Fe-oxides. They show high whole-rock Co concentrations (average 0.31 wt%, up to 0.98 wt%) and Co is enriched in the Cu-rich relative to the Zn-rich assemblages. No independent Co-minerals are observed; rather, Co is variably hosted in pyrrhotite (up to 1.03 wt%), isocubanite (up to 0.71 wt%), sphalerite (up to 0.14 wt%) and magnetite (∼100 ppm). The assemblages from Loki’s Castle are dominated by pyrrhotite, isocubanite, sphalerite, amorphous silica and barite, and they exhibit distinctly lower Co concentrations in both whole-rock samples (average 62 ppm, up to 368 ppm) and in individual minerals (up to 152, 148 and 99 ppm in isocubanite, sphalerite and pyrrhotite, respectively). At both deposits, Co is interpreted to enter the Fe-, Cu-Fe- and Zn-sulfides and Fe-oxides via simple Co2+ ↔ (Fe,Zn)2+ substitutions and its mineralogical distribution reflects a combination of crystal-chemical controls (e.g., spin state compatibility between Co2+ and the divalent cation) and changing hydrothermal fluid conditions (e.g., temperature) during mineral formation. Based on a comparison with global SMS and VMS deposits, we suggest that the ‘diffuse’ high-temperature venting at Fåvne can in part explain the enrichment of Co in the surficial sulfides, whereas at Loki’s Castle more Co-rich sulfides might occur in the interior of the deposit. Furthermore, Fåvne and several Co-rich deposits elsewhere show evidence for the involvement of saline hydrothermal fluids with enhanced capacity to mobilize and transport Co during their evolution. While their future role as a source of Co and other critical commodities remains uncertain, active SMS deposits provide unique insights into the processes and conditions associated with formation of hydrothermal Co mineralization that will aid both deep-sea and onshore exploration.

Comment on a paper, “Different types of gravity-driven flow deposits and associated bedforms in the upper Bengal Fan, offshore Myanmar” by Lu et al., 2021 Marine Geology 441, 106609

Comment on a paper, “Different types of gravity-driven flow deposits and associated bedforms in the upper Bengal Fan, offshore Myanmar” by Lu et al., 2021 Marine Geology 441, 106609

Groups of Geomicrobiological Indicators Are Spread across Gas-Hydrate and Non-Gas-Hydrate Areas in the Northern Part of the Sea of Japan.

The bioindication of oil and gas fields is a field of geomicrobiology that is mainly devoted to the detection of hydrocarbon-oxidizing microbial indicator species or functional genes in total DNA. However, it appears promising to use the physiological properties of microorganisms detection deposit type of hydrocarbons, in particular their ability to oxidize hydrocarbons under aerobic and anaerobic conditions. In this study, the most promising approach in this area was the method used for assessing the anaerobic degradation of hydrocarbons. When comparing molecular genetics and cultured methods of bioindication, it can be concluded that molecular biomarkers of functional genes for the anaerobic destruction of hydrocarbons (masD) make it possible to separate areas with traditional and gas-hydrate types of deposits. Using cultured methods, we found that representatives of the Nocardiaceae family of the phylum Actinomycetota were tied to the areas where gas hydrates were found. The ability of aerobic and facultative anaerobic hydrocarbon-oxidizing microorganisms to anaerobically utilize hydrocarbons was determined with cultured methods. For the first time, this ability was revealed for the genera Stenotrophomonas, Psychrobacter, Micrococcus and Peribacillus. The wide distribution of this ability that we found in strains isolated from both study regions suggests its prominent role in the destruction of hydrocarbons in marine sediments.

Response to: Comment on a paper, “Different types of gravity-driven flow deposits and associated bedforms in the upper Bengal Fan, offshore Myanmar” by Lu et al., 2021 Marine Geology 441, 106609

Response to: Comment on a paper, “Different types of gravity-driven flow deposits and associated bedforms in the upper Bengal Fan, offshore Myanmar” by Lu et al., 2021 Marine Geology 441, 106609

Multi-size distributed Ni catalyst embedded in SiCxOy film by inverse microemulsion-precipitation method for ethanol steam reforming

Ni/SiCxOy catalysts with multi-size distribution of Ni particles, were prepared and supported on porous SiC ceramics by a combination of inverse microemulsion and precipitation methods, as reaction microchannels for ethanol steam reforming (ESR). The microstructure, phase composition, reduction performance, hydrogen production performance of ESR, and the type and growth of carbon deposition were investigated for Ni/SiCxOy catalysts. The Ni catalysts embedded in SiCxOy film with the appropriate amount of precipitant exhibited multi-size distribution and minimal particle size. The initial ethanol conversion rate and H2 selectivity of Ni/SiCxOy catalysts during ESR reaction were 100% and 75%, respectively, remaining 95% and 69.2% after 20 h, respectively. Raman and SEM results indicate that Ni/SiCxOy catalysts with appropriate amounts of precipitant tended to grow more loosely arranged carbon nanowires. The combination of inverse microemulsion and precipitation methods produced smaller and multi-size distributed Ni/SiCxOy catalysts with superior durability and hydrogen production performance in ESR reaction.

Differentiating drusen and drusenoid deposits subtypes on multimodal imaging and risk of advanced age-related macular degeneration

Drusen are extracellular material considered a precursor lesion to advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD), located either on the retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) or the sub-RPE; they contain various proteins associated with inflammation and lipids. Previous studies suggest that the lifecycle of drusen varies depending on drusen type and size. In general, conventional drusen grow and aggregate/coalesce in the first stage, and in the second stage, they regress with or without showing RPE atrophy. The risk of advanced AMD also varies depending on the drusen and drusenoid deposit types' along with their size and RPE abnormalities. In eyes with macular neovascularization (MNV), specific drusen/drusenoid deposits are closely associated with the MNV subtype. Recently, pachychoroid-associated drusen (pachydrusen) were proposed and clinical findings regarding this entity have been accumulating, as more attention is focused on drusen as well as pachychoroid diseases. With the advance in imaging modalities, various modalities can show specific characteristics depending on drusen types. To assess the risk of advanced AMD, it is essential for physicians to have accurate clinical knowledge about each druse/drusenoid lesion and correctly evaluate its imaging characteristics using multimodal imaging. This review summarizes the latest clinical knowledge about each druse/drusenoid lesions and documents their imaging characteristics on multimodal imaging, allowing clinicians to better manage patients and stratify the risk of developing advanced AMD. The most representative cases are illustrated, which can be helpful in the differential diagnosis of drusen and drusenoid deposits.

Age and compositions of garnet in a magnesian skarn Au-Cu deposit, Tibet, implications for ore-fluid evolution

Compared to calcareous skarn Au-Cu deposits, magnesian skarn (Mg-skarn) Au-Cu deposits are scarce; hence the early evolution of the ore-fluids to late mineralization for the kinds of deposits has been inadequately investigated. Located at the southern margin of the Bangong-Nujiang metallogenic belt, the Galale Au-Cu deposit contains 32.59 tonnes of gold (average grade 2.04 g/t) and 105,600 tonnes of copper (average grade 0.66 %). The orebodies are hosted in an Mg-skarn with associated minerals, including olivine, pyroxene, garnet, and serpentine, which developed in the contact zone between the granodiorite and dolomite of the Jiega Formation. However, the genetic relationship between the Mg-skarn, granodioritic magma, and Au-Cu mineralization remains unclear. The contribution of early stage ore-forming fluids to late Au-Cu mineralization is still vague. In this study, we present the major and trace element compositions, and U–Pb isotope data for garnets obtained from the Galale deposit. We used the data to define the timing, nature, and evolution of early ore-forming fluid and described the genesis of the deposit. The color, at macro- and micro-scales, and chemical composition of the garnets can be used to divide them into two categories, namely early Al-rich Grt-I type garnets, and late stage Fe-rich Grt-II type garnets. In practice, Grt-I (And29.5∼56.1Gro41.3∼68.0Pra1.6∼2.8) and Grt-II (And96.7∼99.9Gro0∼2.7Pra0.1∼0.7) are grossular-andradite solid solution system garnets. Based on the chondrite-normalized REE patterns, Grt-I can be further divided into two sub-classes: Grt-I-1 domain in the core, enriched in HREEs and U, and Grt-I-2 material in the rim, relatively depleted in HREEs. Grt-II is enriched in LREEs and depleted in HREEs. Eu anomalies are slightly negative for the Grt-I-1 domain, weakly positive for the Grt-I-2 domain, and strongly negative for the Grt-II type garnets. The variations in texture and composition in garnets indicated that the formation of Grt-I garnets occurred during diffusive metasomatism in a relatively closed system, in a moderately oxidized ore-forming fluid setting. The formation of Grt-II occurred in a strongly oxidized setting during advective metasomatism in an open system. The enrichment of REE and U in Grt-I garnets was mainly controlled by a “menzerite” type substitution mechanism, partially explaining the strong positive correlation between Mg and REE concentrations. In the Grt-II type garnets, enrichment may also have been co-controlled by coupling substitution and adsorption. In situ U–Pb dating of garnet shows that Grt-I-1 and Grt-I-2 material has isotopic ages of 92 ± 2 Ma (2σ, MSWD = 0.85) and 91 ± 2 Ma (2σ, MSWD = 0.96), respectively. The results were consistent with the previous ages obtained from the granodiorite and Molybdenite using Re–Os isotopic dating within error. This indicates that magma, skarn alteration, and mineralization were spatially and temporally related. In addition, it indicates that the Galale deposit is a typical Mg-skarn Au-Cu deposit. In the earliest stages of deposit development, ore-forming fluids with a high oxygen fugacity (fO2) have inherited their characteristics from the magma. The crystallization of many magnetites during the oxide stage has decreased oxygen fugacity in the metallogenetic system. This has resulted in a relatively low fO2 fluid for Au-Cu precipitation. The study demonstrates that the ore-fluid fO2 plays a vital role in metal migration, hence Au-Cu mineralization in Mg-skarn deposits.

About this title - Recent Advances in Understanding Gold Deposits: from Orogeny to Alluvium

Gold occurs in many settings, but the dynamic nature of Earth's crust means overlapping and overprinting deposit styles are common. Characterization of mineralization from an early stage becomes important, particularly where the mineralization is complex, in order to maximize exploration and project development success and mining productivity. Various techniques are used at different stages of a project to characterize gold deposits. This Special Publication offers a cross-section of some specific techniques used to investigate a variety of gold deposit types. The papers highlight both the breadth of the available techniques and their utility in deposit characterization, but also the many significant remaining questions and problems related to the exploration and research of gold deposits. Several papers include suggestions of avenues for fruitful further research, including a paper discussing a new approach to classifying orogenic gold deposits, and a paper describing archaeological applications of natural gold analyses.

Coexistence between large-scale mining (LSM) and artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) in Perú and Colombia

Artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) is common in mineral-rich locations in the developing world, generating a significant share of production for commodities such as gold. This sector is expanding due to economic and environmental pressures. Large-scale mining (LSM) will also need to expand to meet future demand for minerals and metal resources. The likelihood that these expansions will result in further points of contact between the LSM and ASM sectors is high. In this scenario, coexistence between ASM and LSM is key and should be seen as the capacity to build synergies and operate together. Our aim is to document the characteristics of sites where a LSM-ASM coexistence has been attempted, to identify key characteristics that are permissive or indicative of success. We built a database of sites in Colombia and Peru where ASM and LSM both occur, documenting the technical characteristics such as deposit and mineralization type, mining methods, recovery process and the social context including ethnicity, demographics, economic activities, and social organizations. We observed that coexistence occurs between ASM and both junior and senior LSM companies, covering all the stages of the mining cycle. Coexistence scenarios are most common in gold projects but cover a wide variety of deposit types including epithermal, porphyry and VMS among others. We observed differences in the mining laws between Colombia and Perú which result in contrasting approaches to ASM formalization, leading to variation in the observed coexistence scenarios. We conclude that governments have taken significant efforts to create tools for LSM companies and holders of mining titles to reach agreements with ASM miners. However, governments have failed to give ancestral ASM miners who do not belong to an ethnic minority the tools to defend their livelihoods, resulting in power-imbalanced negotiations. Nevertheless, the success of these agreements largely depends on the willingness of the parties to collaborate.

Genetic significance of trace elements in hydrothermal quartz from the Xiangzhong metallogenic province, South China

Despite the Xiangzhong metallogenic province being globally the most important ore-concentrated area of antimony (Sb) mineralization, the genesis of Sb-(Au-W) deposits in this region is still under debate. In this study, trace element compositions of hydrothermal quartz from four representative Sb-(Au-W) deposits (Xikuangshan, Woxi, Banxi, and Zhazixi) in the Xiangzhong metallogenic province have been investigated to constrain the origin of ore-forming fluids and physiochemical conditions of Sb mineralization. The fsLA-ICP-MS data indicate that Li, B, Na, Al, P, K, and Sb are relatively enriched in quartz, probably mainly incorporated into the quartz crystal lattice, and dominated by the coupled substitution of (Al3+, Sb3+, B3+) + (Li+, Na+, K+, H+) ↔ Si4+ and (Al3+, Sb3+, B3+) + P5+ ↔ 2Si4+. In the Xikuangshan Sb deposit, charge-neutrality conditions of cations reveal that (Al3+, Sb3+) + Li+ ↔ Si4+ is the most important substitution mechanism in quartz from early-stage Sb mineralization (quartz-stibnite veins), whereas (Al3+, Sb3+) + (Li+ + H+) ↔ Si4+ may control the trace element contents in quartz from late-stage Sb mineralization (calcite-quartz-stibnite veins). The relatively high Al content and the low variability in trace element content suggest that quartz from the Xikuangshan Sb deposit may have precipitated from a relatively acidic and stable ore-forming fluid. Combined with the high Sr and Rb contents of quartz, a plausible explanation is that acidic hydrothermal fluids promoted water–rock reaction that dissolved large amounts of Sr and Rb, resulting in the high Al, Rb, and Sr contents in crystallized quartz from the Xikuangshan Sb deposit. In contrast, the relatively low but inhomogeneous Al content indicates that quartz from the Woxi and Banxi Sb-(Au-W) deposits may have precipitated from a less acidic ore-forming fluid and supports the idea of fluid mixing. More importantly, the relatively high contents of Rb, Ge, and Ti in quartz from the Woxi and Banxi Sb-(Au-W) deposits, combined with the low Al and Sr contents, imply that magmatic-hydrothermal systems possibly contributed to the ore-forming fluids. Based on the trace element compositions of quartz, two major types of Sb deposits were identified in the Xiangzhong metallogenic province: the giant Xikuangshan epithermal deposit in which the ore-forming fluids are relatively acidic, stable and have experienced water–rock reaction, generally similar to the Qinglong Sb deposit in the Youjiang metallogenic province. The second type is the orogenic-type deposit represented by the Woxi Sb-Au-W deposit, including the Banxi Sb deposit, where the ore-forming fluids have undergone fluid mixing and relatively weak water–rock reaction, and may have been joined by a small amount of magmatic-hydrothermal fluids. Together with the recently published Sb mineralization ages (149–144 Ma) of the Woxi Sb-Au-W deposit, it supports the idea that this type of Sb deposit is related to the Mesozoic magmatism. The Zhazixi Sb-W deposit shows transitional features between these two types of Sb deposits.

Assessing the potential of Assarel porphyry copper deposit for critical raw materials: mineral-geochemical data for combination with agile exploration methods and better geo-modeling

The supply of European critical raw materials (CRMs) does not currently meet the European demand. This gap is predicted to increase, making Europe even more dependent on outside suppliers. AGEMERA is a project to help tackle this strategic problem by studying several CRM sites in Finland, Poland, Spain, the Balkans, and Zambia in different deposit types. To check the potential of the porphyry systems in Europe as a source of CRMs, the Assarel porphyry-Cu deposit was chosen as a test site. Here we present preliminary geochemical and mineral chemistry data for hydrothermal ore and alteration minerals in Assarel that reveal the potential of the deposit to source some CRMs as by-products. Further studies will combine the geochemical data with innovative geophysical methods for an improved deposit model and provide enhanced knowledge about effective exploration techniques for CRMs.

Neuroinflammation connecting amyloid‐beta and p‐tau pathology, may explain clinical heterogeneity in Alzheimer’s disease

AbstractBackgroundOther than the typical (memory‐dominant) variant, Alzheimer’s disease (AD) can present as posterior cortical atrophy (PCA) and behavioral/dysexecutive AD. Tangle distribution differs amongst clinical variants. Neuroinflammation is important in AD pathogenesis and may contribute to Aβ and p‐tau distribution. The relationship between pathological hallmarks, neuroinflammation and, APOE genotype in (a)typical AD is still largely unknown.MethodI will discuss our most recent studies on neuroinflammation in (a)typical AD from cohorts derived from the Netherlands Brain Bank and the Mayo Clinic. Atypicality is investigated from both a neuropathological perspective(N=19) and a clinical perspective (N=30, unpublished data). Additionally, the association ofAPOE ε4 with specific Aβ deposits (i.e., the ‘coarse‐grained plaque’ and the classic cored plaque) and their underlying neuroinflammatory response is investigated (N=60, unpublished data).ResultIn neuropathologically‐defined atypical AD, microglia, and complement show an atypical distribution across regions, resembling that of p‐tau. Clinical atypical AD variants show in addition to a distinct distribution for p‐tau and Aβ, a distinct distribution for activated microglia (CD68, MHC‐II), complement (C4b), and astrocytes (GFAP) (p<.05) (Fig. 1). Furthermore, when investigating Aβ in detail, we observed an atypical plaque, defined as the ‘coarse‐grained plaque’. This APOE ε4+ plaque is associated with increased neuroinflammation and p‐tau burden (ρ(58)=0.5 and 0.6;p<.05) in contrast to the classic cored plaque.ConclusionOur data supports that not all types of Aβ deposits are associated to p‐tau damage. Neuroinflammation, a process that is differently activated within AD variants, may be the link between Aβ aggregation and subsequent neurodegeneration and contribute to clinical variability.

On the time of well transition to industrial production mode

The purpose of the article wasanalysis of the reasons for the different velocity of transition of the "well-reservoir" system from one thermodynamic state to another based on experimental data on time and main energy parameters for the conditions of gas and oil and gas fields. The methods. Experimental determination of the transition time of wells to industrial production mode; and analysis of experimental data. Findings. The transition time of the "well-reservoir" system from one thermodynamic state to another is determined by the internal energy of the reservoir and depends on the energy of external influence and the determining parameters: reservoir pressure and temperature. For traditional reservoirs - collectors, including for reservoirs with low reservoir pressures, it is 104 - 107 s. For formations with high formation pressures, the forecast time for the transition of the well to the mode of industrial production or emergency release of formation fluid is 100 - 103 s. Theoriginality. The work shows that in the case of low-energy impact, structural changes in rocks in reservoir conditions occur under sublimit slow loads at the level of approximately 40...70% of the limit value of the dynamic strength of the reservoir rock. It is experimentally shown that the transition of the "well-reservoir" system from one thermodynamic state to another flows for a time that depends on the internal energy of the reservoir and it decreases from t=104 – 107 s to t=100 – 103 and from ln t = 9.3...14.8 to ln t = 0...6.9 in the case of an increase in the energy of external influence, or reservoir parameters - pressure and temperature. Practicalimplementation. The transition time of the "well-reservoir" system from one thermodynamic state to another is determined by the internal energy of the reservoir and depends on the energy of external influence and the determining parameters: reservoir pressure and temperature, as well as the energy of elastic or elastoplastic deformation of the rock. The practical value is the ability to determine the type of oil and gas deposit based on this parameter and choose equipment.

The Formation of the Jiaodong Gold Province

AbstractGold deposits in Jiaodong, termed Jiaodong‐type, are tectonically located in the southeastern margin of the North China Craton. Their major features are reviewed in this paper to highlight the differences between Jiaodong deposits and other genetic types of gold deposits. The mineralization was synchronized with asthenosphere upwelling indicated by syn‐ore OIB‐like mafic dike and large‐scale crustal thinning suggested by decrease of Sr/Y from pre‐ore to syn‐ore granites. Asthenosphere upwelling induced by the roll‐back of Paleo‐Pacific Plate drove partial melting of lithospheric mantle and devolatilization, which induced the release of the ore‐forming fluids. In concomitant with magmatic records, mineralization migrated from the western Jiaobei terrane (133–127 Ma) to the eastern Sulu orogenic belt (114–108 Ma), corresponding to the eastward roll‐back of Paleo‐Pacific Plate. Gold mineralization in Jiaodong formed in the transitions of ductile to brittle deformation, rapid to slow crustal uplift, and regional compression to extension. In the regional‐scale, the gold deposits in the Jiaobei terrane are mostly situated at intersections between NE‐trending faults and EW‐trending basement faults, and gold orebodies dominantly controlled by the lithologic contacts between Precambrian metamorphic rocks and Mesozoic granites. The mineralization was dominated by the disseminated‐veinlet ores related to quartz–sericite alteration in strong cataclasite‐breccia zone, with subsidiary thick quartz‐sulfide veins developed in secondary fault zones. The ore‐forming fluids belong to a H2O–CO2–NaCl±CH4system and show minor variations in salinity among different types of ore. Structure‐fluid feedback involving fluid‐rock reaction and hydrofracturing triggered the fluid phase separation and resultant gold deposition. The Jiaodong gold deposits are distinct from orogenic and intrusion‐related gold deposits in terms of tectonic setting, origin of ore‐forming fluids, and mechanism of gold deposition.

Factors for pre-conditioning and post-failure behaviour of submarine landslides in the margins of Ulleung Basin, East Sea (Japan Sea)

Glide planes, the basal surface or failure surface upon which submarine landslides initiate, commonly develop along weak, distinctive stratigraphic horizons but their lithological/mechanical characteristics and genetic mechanisms remain largely unknown. We use 2-D multi-channel seismic reflection data, integrated with multibeam bathymetry and deep drilling data from the Ulleung Basin margins, East (Japan) Sea, to: (1) identify and characterize the nature of glide planes associated with submarine landslides; (2) understand the influence of climate-modulated factors in preconditioning slope failures; and (3) document the post-failure evolution of the landslides. 24 glide planes were identified among 38 submarine slides (SL1 – SL38), which correspond to regionally continuous, positive-polarity high-amplitude seismic reflections. Well-seismic integration support ca. 340 ka – 1,200 ka ages of formation of the major glide planes in the southwestern and western margins of the basin. These glide planes developed at the interface between clay-rich sediment deposited during glacial periods and biogenic diatom-rich sediments deposited during interglacial periods. Physical, mineralogical and geochemical properties determined by density, porosity, gamma-ray, shear strength, X-ray diffraction, and X-ray fluorescence data reveal significant lithological and mechanical changes at the interface between these two lithologies. We therefore infer that these interfaces dictate the position of failure surfaces, with the diatom-rich layers acting as a weak layer. Excess pore pressure in these layers is likely due to initial high-water contents (up to 75%) and high compressibility; this is considered an important pre-condition for failure. In contrast, the glide planes along the northwestern margin of the Ulleung Basin (SL34 – 37) are older (ca. 1,200 ka – 2,140 ka). Seismic data further reveal three distinct contrasting styles of landslide post-failure behavior throughout the margins: (1) evacuated slide scars with areas of smooth seafloor; (2) slide scars with residual debris consisting of blocky sediments; and (3) slide scars with buried intact sediment blocks in front of the headwalls. Lateral variability of fluid flow, sediment composition, and mechanical properties of basal ‘weak’ layer(s), or the magnitude of earthquakes may have contributed to forming different types of mass-transport deposits (MTDs). Overall, these results show that landslide formation in the East (Japan) Sea result from a complex climatic, volcanic and tectonic interplay that controlled the formation of weak layers. Some of these layers extend regionally and can be identified and mapped by remote geophysical methods and targeted drilling.

Investigating deformation along metro lines in coastal cities considering different structures with InSAR and SBM analyses

• Developed a metro system monitoring strategy considering different structures. • Two study cases of Shanghai Metro and Tianjin Rail Transit were investigated. • Most deformed sections were located on the periphery of the metro lines network and on late-opening lines. • Proposed a hazard matrix based on curvature, the thickness of soft layers, and passenger density to discuss. The metro system solves traffic congestion in urban transportation while bringing potential deformation risks, especially in tunnels built in typical soft deposits in coastal cities. Time-series Synthetic Aperture Radar Interferometry (TS-InSAR) is an effective tool for monitoring land subsidence in urban areas. However, the different structures of metro lines, such as elevated tracks, ground lines, and tunnels, were often neglected in previous studies. Here, we introduced a Station Based Monitoring (SBM) method combined with InSAR analyses for metro safety monitoring. TS-InSAR provided the measurements along the elevated rails and ground lines. For tunnels, the TS-InSAR and SBM were jointly performed to deduct partial deformation under tunnels caused by land subsidence. The proposed metro system monitoring strategy was demonstrated and validated over the Shanghai Metro and Tianjin Rail Transit in the coastal cities of China. The results show that most deformed sections are located on the metro network's periphery, with velocities around −5 mm/year in Shanghai and −25 mm/year in Tianjin. The spatial distribution and temporal evolution of deformation characteristics along the two cases were then explored and compared. The proposed hazard matrix combining geological conditions and passenger density provided a more comprehensive assessment of potential hazards. The study highlights that InSAR and SBM analyses could be potentially applied to monitoring metro systems considering different structures.

Mineral deposit models in Bulgaria – basic principles, scope and classification scheme

The necessity of development of mineral deposit models in Bulgaria, their basic principles and classification schemes are presented in the paper. Three types of models (descriptive, genetic, and quantitative) for each main deposit type are being developed by a uniform classification scheme of numerous geological, mineralogical, geochemical, industrial, and environmental characteristics and factors. These models will be used as a basis for metallogenic analysis of the ore productivity on the territory of Bulgaria by geological epochs, geodynamic settings, ore-forming systems and regions.