The tectonic implications of Solundian (Upper Devonian) magnetization of the Devonian rocks of Kvamshesten, western Norway

T. H. Torsvik, B. A. Sturt, D. M. Ramsay, H. J. Kisch, D. Bering

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Abstract

The allochthonous Old Red Sandstone of Kvamshesten, western Norway, records polyphase orogenic deformation, and palaeomagnetic results from both the Devonian sediments and mylonites associated with the basal thrust define a syn- (to post-) tectonic magnetization with D = 218°, I = +3° and α95 = 9.7°. The corresponding pole position (lat. 21°S, long. 324°E) suggests a Late Devonian/Early Carboniferous magnetization age (Solundian), and probably dates the time of thrust movements.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)337-347
Number of pages11
JournalEarth and Planetary Science Letters
Volume80
Issue number3-4
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 1986

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Geophysics
  • Geochemistry and Petrology
  • Earth and Planetary Sciences (miscellaneous)
  • Space and Planetary Science

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