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Scientists find seismic role in formation of large gold nuggets; Forces unleashed by quakes squeeze quartz enough to generate electric fields, driving formation of deposits

Source :
The Guardian (London, England). September 2, 2024
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Byline: Ian Sample Science editor Chunky gold nuggets tend to form far underground along fracture lines that run through quartz, but the reason why has never been nailed down. Now, [...]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02613077
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
The Guardian (London, England)
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
edsgcl.806910891