Geodynamic models of convergent margin tectonics: transition from rifted margin to overthrust belt and consequences for foreland-basin development
Journal Article
·
· Am. Assoc. Pet. Geol., Bull.; (United States)
OSTI ID:6913471
A quantitative geodynamic model for overthrusting of a passive continental margin during attempted continental subduction demonstrates the mechanical and thermal coupling between overthrust loads, the lithosphere, and the associated foreland basin. The model treated the lithosphere as a two-dimensional nonuniform elastic plate whose strength is controlled thermally. The thermal and flexural evolution of a margin is followed from initial rifting and passive-margin development, through overthrusting and foreland-basin deposition, to postdeformational erosion.
- Research Organization:
- Dalhousie Univ., Halifax, Nova Scotia
- OSTI ID:
- 6913471
- Journal Information:
- Am. Assoc. Pet. Geol., Bull.; (United States), Vol. 70:2
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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