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Geologists uncover evidence of a missing Late Cretaceous magmatic arc in northwestern Iran

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Briefings

An international research team led by Istanbul Technical University identified evidence of a previously unrecognized Late Cretaceous continental magmatic arc in northwestern Iran. Geological mountains preserve ancient tectonic processes, but later deformation and erosion can obscure important parts of this record. The discovery suggests a significant geological event that shaped the region during the Late Cretaceous period.

Key points

• A research team led by Istanbul Technical University identified evidence of a previously unrecognized Late Cretaceous continental magmatic arc in northwestern Iran.
• Geological mountains preserve ancient tectonic processes, but later deformation and erosion can obscure important parts of this geological record.

Context and limitations

The evidence is limited to geological mountains and does not include direct samples or detailed seismic data. The specific location and extent of the magmatic arc are not fully defined in the provided text.

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