A long-lived mafic magma reservoir: Zircon evidence from a hornblende peridotite in the Hida Belt, Japan
Oct 11, 2023·
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Keita Itano
Mami Takehara
Kenji Horie
Tsuyoshi Iizuka
Ikuya Nishio
Tomoaki Morishita
Key Highlights
- Magma Reservoir Longevity: Zircon age ranges demonstrate that mafic magma reservoirs can persist for up to ~10⁷ years.
- Crustal Evolution: Highlights the role of mantle-derived mafic magmas in sustaining magma systems and shaping island arc crustal evolution.
Authors
Keita Itano
(he/him)
Research Scientist
I am a Research Scientist at JAMSTEC, specializing in geochemistry and the application of machine learning to Earth sciences.
My research focuses on mineral geochemistry, isotope analysis, and data-driven approaches to understanding geological processes.
I am passionate about integrating advanced analytical techniques with machine learning to explore Earth’s history and mineral resources.