Comparison between 2D and 3D microstructures and implications for metamorphic constraints using a chloritoid–garnet-bearing mica schist

Abstract P T µ CT) has been applied. Two-dimensional investigations are readily accessible and straightforward but do not consider the entire rock volume features. Conversely, the rise of 3D techniques offers a more comprehensive and realistic representation of metamorphic features in the 3D space. However, they are computationally intensive, requiring specialised tools and expertise. The choice between these approaches should be based on the research aims, available resources, and the level of detail needed to address specific scientific questions. Nevertheless, despite differences in the modal distribution, the estimated bulk rock compositions and relative thermodynamic modelled phase fields show similarities when comparing the 2D and 3D results. Also, since different thin section cut orientations may influence the results and consequent interpretations, three different cuts from the 3D model have been extrapolated and discussed (i.e. XZ, YZ, and XY planes of the finite-strain ellipsoid). This study quantitatively corroborates the reliability of the thin section approach for tectono-metamorphic reconstructions, still emphasising that 3D visualisation can help understand rock textures.

Object Details

• Location: Deutsche Nationalbibliothek Frankfurt am Main
• Extent: Online-Ressource
• Language: Englisch

References and Relationships

• Bibliographic citation: Comparison between 2D and 3D microstructures and implications for metamorphic constraints using a chloritoid–garnet-bearing mica schist ; volume:36 ; number:3 ; year:2024 ; pages:381-395 ; extent:15 ; European journal of mineralogy ; 36, Heft 3 (2024), 381-395 (gesamt 15)

Contributors, Places and Time

• Creator: Caso, Fabiola ; Petroccia, Alessandro ; Nerone, Sara ; Maffeis, Andrea ; Corno, Alberto ; Zucali, Michele

Further information

• DOI: 10.5194/ejm-36-381-2024
• URN: urn:nbn:de:101:1-2405090434416.372944929674
• Rights: Open Access; Der Zugriff auf das Objekt ist unbeschränkt möglich.
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