Introduction to ore-forming processesSue GoldingSurface and subsurface environments of ore formation
• Involving magmas
– crystal-liquid fractionation (chromite ores)
– immiscible magma separation (nickel sulfide ores)
• Involving water
– hydrothermal processes (gold, base metals etc)
– surface precipitation (evaporites)
– physical concentration (placer deposits)
– weathering (laterites, supergene ores)
• Involving life
– organic activity (phosphates)
organic accumulation (oil, gas, coal)
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