Non-Traditional Stable Isotopes
Non-Traditional Stable Isotopes Understanding the genesis of ore deposits and their behavior in the environment is a subject of great importance to the Nation. A relatively new tool to aid in these efforts to investigate the origin and environmental effects of ore deposits is the use of "heavy" metal stable isotopes. Our research objectives are to utilize various isotopic systems to advance our understanding of ore genesis and the weathering of mineral deposits. Our studies focus on two themes: 1) use of stable isotopes as source indicators, and 2) use of isotopes as process indicators. Perio...
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