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Myanmar: Geology, Resources and Tectonics
Myanmar: Geology, Resources and Tectonics
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A. J. Barber;
A. J. Barber
Royal Holloway University of London, UK
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Geological Society of London
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48
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9781862399730
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9781862399693
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January 01, 2017
Myanmar: Geology, Resources and Tectonics
Author(s): A. J. Barber, Khin Zaw, M. J. Crow
https://doi.org/10.1144/M48
ISBN (print): 9781862399693
ISBN (electronic): 9781862399730
Publisher: Geological Society of London
Published: 2017
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Table of Contents
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Introduction to the geology of MyanmarAuthor(s)Khin Zaw;Khin Zaw1CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, Australia
* *Correspondence: khin.zaw@utas.edu.auSearch for other works by this author on:Win Swe;Win Swe2Myanmar Geosciences Society, 303 MES Building, Hlaing University Campus, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:A. J. Barber;A. J. Barber3Department of Earth Sciences, Southeast Asian Research Group, Royal Holloway, Egham TW20 0EX, UKSearch for other works by this author on:M. J. Crow;M. J. Crow428a Lenton Road, The Park, Nottingham NG7 1DT, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Yin Yin NweYin Yin Nwe5Myanmar Applied Earth Sciences Association (MAESA), 15 (C) Pyidaungsu Lane, Bahan, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on: -
Active tectonics of Myanmar and the Andaman SeaAuthor(s)R. A. Sloan;R. A. Sloan1COMET+ Department of Earth Sciences, Oxford University, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UK2Department of Geological Sciences, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, Republic of South Africa
* *Correspondence: alastair.sloan@uct.ac.zaSearch for other works by this author on:J. R. Elliott;J. R. Elliott1COMET+ Department of Earth Sciences, Oxford University, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UK3Present address: COMET, School of Earth & Environment, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UKSearch for other works by this author on:M. P. Searle;M. P. Searle1COMET+ Department of Earth Sciences, Oxford University, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UKSearch for other works by this author on:C. K. MorleyC. K. Morley4PPT Exploration and Production, Vibhavadi-Rangsit Road, soi 11, Bangkok, Thailand 109005Present address: Department of Geology, Chiang Mai University, ThailandSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 3: Active and recent tectonics of the Burma Platelet in MyanmarAuthor(s)Claude RanginClaude RanginGEOAZUR, Université Nice Sophia Antipolis, CNRS UMR 7329, 250 Av. A. Einstein, 06560 Valbonne, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 4: Geological and tectonic evolution of the Indo-Myanmar Ranges (IMR) in the Myanmar regionAuthor(s)Kyi Khin;Kyi Khin1SK Engineering and Construction, Singapore Branch, 415979, Singapore
* *Correspondence: kyikyaw2@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Khin Zaw;Khin Zaw2CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:Lin Thu AungLin Thu Aung3Earth Observatory of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, 50 Nanyang Avenue, N2-01a-14, 639798, SingaporeSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 5: Arakan Coastal Ranges in western Myanmar, geology and provenance of Neogene siliciclastic sequences: implications for the tectonic evolution of the Himalaya–Bengal SystemAuthor(s)Kyi Khin;Kyi Khin1SK Engineering and Construction, Singapore Branch, 415979, Singapore
* *Correspondence: kyikyaw2@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:T. Sakai;T. Sakai2Seinan-gakuin University, Fukuoka, JapanSearch for other works by this author on:Khin ZawKhin Zaw3CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Tasmania, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 6: The mafic–ultramafic (ophiolitic) rocks of MyanmarAuthor(s)Hla Htay;Hla Htay1Geology Department, Dagon University, Yangon, Myanmar*Correspondence: dr.hlahtay56@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Khin Zaw;Khin Zaw2CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Hobart, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:Than Than OoThan Than Oo1Geology Department, Dagon University, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 7: Cretaceous geology of Myanmar and Cenozoic geology in the Central Myanmar BasinAuthor(s)Naing Maw Than;Naing Maw Than1Gobi Coal & Energy Pte. Ltd. Singapore, Blk 329#03-346, Serangoon Ave. 3, Singapore 550329
* *Correspondence: naingmawthan@hotmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Kyi Khin;Kyi Khin2SK Engineering and Construction, Singapore Branch, Singapore 415979Search for other works by this author on:Myint TheinMyint Thein3GeoLS Pte Ltd, 50, Ubi Crescent #01-09, Singapore 408568Search for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 8: The Eastern (Back-arc) Basin of Central Myanmar: Basement rocks, lithostratigraphic units, palaeocurrents, provenance and developmental historyAuthor(s)Myint Thein;Myint Thein1Department of Geology, Mandalay University, Mandalay, Myanmar2University of Education, Sagaing, Myanmar3Myanmar Geosciences Society, Yangon, Myanmar4Present address: 27 Myeypadetha Road (60th Street), between 26th & 25th Street, Mahazayyarbon, Mandalay
* *Correspondence: myintthein.geol@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Maung MaungMaung Maung513/2 Myasandar Road, between 26th & 27th Street, Aungdawmu, MandalaySearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 9: Review of the investigation of primate fossils in MyanmarAuthor(s)Zin-Maung-Maung Thein;Zin-Maung-Maung Thein1Department of Geology, Magway University, Magway, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: zmmtgeo@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Thaung Htike;Thaung Htike2Department of Geology, Meiktila University, Meiktila, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Aung Naing Soe;Aung Naing Soe3Department of Basic Education, Naypyidaw, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Chit Sein;Chit Sein4Department of Geology, West Yangon University, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Maung Maung;Maung Maung5Loikaw University, Loikaw, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Masanaru TakaiMasanaru Takai6Primate Research Institute, Kyoto University, Inuyama, Aichi 484-8506, JapanSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 10: Historical review of the contribution of geophysics to petroleum discoveries in the Tertiary basins of MyanmarAuthor(s)Win MawWin MawConsulting Geoscientist, Parami Energy Group of Companies, Yangon, Myanmar, winmaw108d@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 11: Myanmar petroleum systems, including the offshore areaAuthor(s)Than HtutThan Htut1Chief Research Officer (Retired) Myanmar Oil & Gas Enterprise (MOGE), No. 104 F, Lower Mangalardon Rd, East Ywama Qr, Insein Township, Yangon, Myanmar2Present address: Myanmar Geosciences Society, No. 303, MES Building, 2, Hlaing University Campus, Hlaing Township, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 12: Tectonic and metamorphic evolution of the Mogok Metamorphic and Jade Mines belts and ophiolitic terranes of Burma (Myanmar)Author(s)M. P. Searle;M. P. Searle1Department of Earth Sciences, Oxford University, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UK
* *Correspondence: mikes@earth.ox.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:C. K. Morley;C. K. Morley2Petroleum Geophysics MSc Program, Department of Geological Sciences, Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai 50200, ThailandSearch for other works by this author on:D. J. Waters;D. J. Waters1Department of Earth Sciences, Oxford University, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UK3Oxford University Museum of Natural History, Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3PW, UKSearch for other works by this author on:N. J. Gardiner;N. J. Gardiner1Department of Earth Sciences, Oxford University, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UK4Present address: Centre for Exploration Targeting – Curtin Node, Department of Applied Geology, Western Australian School of Mines, Curtin University, Perth, WA 6102, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:U. Kyi Htun;U. Kyi Htun5Consultant Geologist, B201, B14 Ward, Thanthumar Street, Okkalapa Township, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Than Than Nu;Than Than Nu6Department of Geology, University of Mandalay, Mandalay, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:L. J. RobbL. J. Robb1Department of Earth Sciences, Oxford University, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UKSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 13: Jadeitite and other high-pressure metamorphic rocks from the Jade Mines Belt, Tawmaw area, Kachin State, northern MyanmarAuthor(s)Thet Tin Nyunt;Thet Tin Nyunt1Department of Geology, University of Yangon, 11041 Kamayut, Yangon, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: thettinnyunt@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Hans-Joachim Massonne;Hans-Joachim Massonne2Institut für Mineralogie und Kristallchemie, Universitaet Stuttgart, Azenbergstrasse 18, 70174 Stuttgart, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:Tay Thye SunTay Thye Sun3Far East Gemmological Laboratory, 12, Arumugam road#04-02, LTC building B, Singapore 409958Search for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 14: Cambrian–Devonian stratigraphy of the Shan Plateau, Myanmar (Burma)Author(s)Aye Ko Aung;Aye Ko Aung1Department of Geology, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaSearch for other works by this author on:L. Robin M. CocksL. Robin M. Cocks2Department of Earth Sciences, The Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD, UK
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Chapter 15: Sedimentary facies and biotic associations in the Permian–Triassic limestones on the Shan Plateau, MyanmarAuthor(s)Zaw Win;Zaw Win1West Yangon University, Yangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: zawmyat24@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Kyi Kyi Shwe;Kyi Kyi Shwe2Department of Geology, Bago University, Bago Region, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Ohnmar Soe YinOhnmar Soe Yin3Department of Geology, Hpa-an University, Karen State, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 16: Karen–Tenasserim UnitAuthor(s)Michael F. RiddMichael F. RiddConsultant geologist, 43 Prospect Quay, Point Pleasant, London SW18 1PR, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 17: Geochemistry and geochronology of granites hosting the Mawchi Sn–W deposit, Myanmar: implications for tectonic setting and emplacementAuthor(s)Aung Zaw Myint;Aung Zaw Myint1Department of Earth Resources Engineering, Kyushu University, Fukuoka 819-0395, Japan2Department of Geology, University of Yangon, Yangon, Kamayut 11041, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: aungzawmyint.myanmar@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Khin Zaw;Khin Zaw3CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Hobart TAS7001, Tasmania, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:Ye Myint Swe;Ye Myint Swe4Department of Geological Survey and Mineral Exploration, Naypyitaw 100604, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Kotaro Yonezu;Kotaro Yonezu1Department of Earth Resources Engineering, Kyushu University, Fukuoka 819-0395, JapanSearch for other works by this author on:Yue Cai;Yue Cai5Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University, 61 Rt. 9W, Palisades, NY 10964, USASearch for other works by this author on:Takayuki Manaka;Takayuki Manaka3CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Hobart TAS7001, Tasmania, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:Koichiro WatanabeKoichiro Watanabe1Department of Earth Resources Engineering, Kyushu University, Fukuoka 819-0395, JapanSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 18: Geochemistry and geochronology of granitoid rocks in the Mawpalaw Taung area, Thanbyuzayat Township, southern Myanmar: their petrogenesis and tectonic settingAuthor(s)Mi PaikMi PaikDepartment of Geology, Yangon University, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 19: The Sagaing Fault, MyanmarAuthor(s)Soe Thura Tun;Soe Thura Tun1Myanmar Earthquake Committee, Myanmar Engineering Society Building, Hlaing Universities Campus, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Ian M. WatkinsonIan M. Watkinson2Department of Earth Sciences, Royal Holloway University of London, Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX, UK
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Chapter 20: Current tectonic activity along the Sagaing Fault, Myanmar indicated by alluvial fansAuthor(s)Myint TheinMyint Thein1Department of Geology, Mandalay University, Mandalay, Myanmar2University of Education, Sagaing, Myanmar3Myanmar Geosciences Society, Yangon, Myanmar4Present address: 27 Myeypadetha Road (60th Street), between 26th & 25th Street, Mahazayyarbon, MandalaySearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 21: The Kyaukkyan Fault, MyanmarAuthor(s)Soe Min;Soe Min1Department of Geology, Taungoo University, Bago Division, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: soemin07@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Ian M. Watkinson;Ian M. Watkinson2Department of Earth Sciences, Royal Holloway University of London, Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Soe Thura Tun;Soe Thura Tun3Myanmar Earthquake Committee, Myanmar Engineering Society Building, Hlaing Universities Campus, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Win Naing;Win Naing4Monywa University, Sagaing Division, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Tin Lwin SweTin Lwin Swe3Myanmar Earthquake Committee, Myanmar Engineering Society Building, Hlaing Universities Campus, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 22: Remote sensing and GIS studies of alteration and predictive mineral exploration in the Central Volcanic Arc, MyanmarAuthor(s)Myint Soe;Myint Soe1Department of Geological Survey and Mineral Exploration, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation, Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: myintsoedgse@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Isao Takashima;Isao Takashima2Mineral Industry Museum, Research Institute of Materials and Resources Mining College, Akita University, Akita City, JapanSearch for other works by this author on:Khin Zaw;Khin Zaw3CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:Ye Myint SweYe Myint Swe1Department of Geological Survey and Mineral Exploration, Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation, Nay Pyi Taw, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 23: Gem deposits of MyanmarAuthor(s)Kyaw Thu;Kyaw Thu1Macle Gem Trade Laboratory, Yangon, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: macle45@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Khin ZawKhin Zaw2CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Hobart, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 24: Overview of mineralization styles and tectonic–metallogenic setting in MyanmarAuthor(s)Khin ZawKhin ZawCODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 25: Gold deposits of MyanmarAuthor(s)Ye Myint Swe;Ye Myint Swe1Department of Geological Survey and Mineral Exploration (DGSE), Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: yemswe@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Cho Cho Aye;Cho Cho Aye2Geology Department, East Yangon University, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Khin ZawKhin Zaw3CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 26: Copper deposits of MyanmarAuthor(s)Khin Zaw;Khin Zaw1CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, Australia
* *Correspondence: Khin.Zaw@utas.edu.auSearch for other works by this author on:Ye Myint Swe;Ye Myint Swe2Department of Geological Survey and Mineral Exploration (DGSE), Nay Pyi Taw, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Tin Aung Myint;Tin Aung Myint3Geology Department, University of Mandalay, Mandalay, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:J. KnightJ. Knight1CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 27: Lead–zinc–silver deposits of MyanmarAuthor(s)Than Htun;Than Htun1Myanmar Precious Resources Group, 101 Shwe Than Lwin Condo, Yangon, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: uthanhtun@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Aung Kyin;Aung Kyin2TRIUMPH (MMT) Co. Ltd, North Dagon, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Khin ZawKhin Zaw3CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 28: Tin–tungsten deposits of MyanmarAuthor(s)Than Htun;Than Htun1Myanmar Precious Resources Group, 101 Shwe Than Lwin Condo, Yangon, Myanmar
* *Correspondence: uthanhtun@gmail.comSearch for other works by this author on:Than Htay;Than Htay2Myanmar Precious Resources Group, 20 Pyithaya Road, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Khin ZawKhin Zaw3CODES ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 29: Antimony deposits of MyanmarAuthor(s)Toe Aung KyawToe Aung Kyaw1Department of Geological Survey and Mineral Exploration, Myanmar Gems Museum, Nay Pyi Taw, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:
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Chapter 30: The Bawdwin Mine, Myanmar: a review of its geological setting and genesisAuthor(s)Nicholas J. Gardiner;Nicholas J. Gardiner1Department of Earth Sciences, University of Oxford, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UK2Present address: Centre for Exploration Targeting – Curtin Node, Department of Applied Geology, Western Australian School of Mines, Curtin University, Perth, WA 6102, Australia
* *Correspondence: nicholas.gardiner@curtin.edu.auSearch for other works by this author on:Laurence J. Robb;Laurence J. Robb1Department of Earth Sciences, University of Oxford, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Michael P. Searle;Michael P. Searle1Department of Earth Sciences, University of Oxford, South Parks Road, Oxford OX1 3AN, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Kyi Htun;Kyi Htun3Consultant Geologist, S. Okkalapa Township, Yangon, MyanmarSearch for other works by this author on:Khin ZawKhin Zaw4CODES Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Hobart 7001, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on: -
Chapter 31: The pre-Cenozoic tectonic evolution of MyanmarAuthor(s)A. J. Barber;A. J. Barber1Southeast Asia Research Group, Department of Earth Sciences, Royal Holloway University of London, Egham TW20 0EX, UK
* *Correspondence: 106731.1236@compuserve.comSearch for other works by this author on:Khin Zaw;Khin Zaw2Codes ARC Centre of Excellence in Ore Deposits, University of Tasmania, Private Bag 126, Hobart, Tasmania 7001, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:M. J. CrowM. J. Crow328A Lenton Road, The Park, Nottingham NG7 1DT, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
