Event Title
Using GIS to Predict Copper Deposits Associated with the Keweenawan Rift System
Presentation Type
Poster/Portfolio
Presenter Major(s)
Geology
Mentor Information
Peter Wampler
Department
Geology
Location
Henry Hall Atrium 77
Start Date
11-4-2012 9:00 AM
Keywords
Information, Innovation, and Technology, Physical Science
Abstract
The Keweenawan Rift system stretches across the North American craton with exposures in the Lake Superior region. Younger sedimentary rocks cover the majority of the rift, stretching from Kansas to Michigan. The associated mix of mafic to intermediate rocks can be identified by magnetic and gravity anomalies. The more dense, metal-rich rocks produce anomalously high gravity and magnetic fields. Metallic ore deposits are associated with the rift system; copper is found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The purpose of this project is to determine a set of criteria including geophysical, structural, and bedrock data that could allow for copper deposit identification and prediction. Geographic Information System (GIS) software will be used to identify commonalities among the copper deposits, as well as look for potential deposits in other parts of the Keweenawan Rift system.
Using GIS to Predict Copper Deposits Associated with the Keweenawan Rift System
Henry Hall Atrium 77
The Keweenawan Rift system stretches across the North American craton with exposures in the Lake Superior region. Younger sedimentary rocks cover the majority of the rift, stretching from Kansas to Michigan. The associated mix of mafic to intermediate rocks can be identified by magnetic and gravity anomalies. The more dense, metal-rich rocks produce anomalously high gravity and magnetic fields. Metallic ore deposits are associated with the rift system; copper is found in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The purpose of this project is to determine a set of criteria including geophysical, structural, and bedrock data that could allow for copper deposit identification and prediction. Geographic Information System (GIS) software will be used to identify commonalities among the copper deposits, as well as look for potential deposits in other parts of the Keweenawan Rift system.