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Archean Phlogopite Peridotite from Gneissic Enderbites of the Bug Granulite–Gneiss Terrane (Ukrainian Shield): Compositional Features and Possible Mechanisms of its Formation

Geochemistry International, ISSN: 1556-1968, Vol: 61, Issue: 6, Page: 593-629
2023
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Abstract—The paper reports mineral chemistry, whole-rock major and trace element composition, structure, and geological setting of the phlogopite peridotite lens within the Bug granulite–gneiss terrane of the Dniester–Bug Province, Ukrainian Shield. Geochemical features of the studied peridotites and minerals indicate a complex evolution of the lens. The early stage is marked by the crystallization of olivine + spinel (Al-chromite) cumulus from melt of supposably picritic composition, and further crystallization of clinopyroxene. The melt shows signs of hybridization by host gneissic enderbite. Orthopyroxene crystallized later and frequently replaces clinopyroxene. The phlogopite cystallization is likely related to the fluid activity and the growth of potassium potential in the fluid. Granulite-facies metamorphism accompanied by ductile deformations affected the mineral asseblage and chemical compositions of peridotites and orthopyroxenites. At the final stage, the rocks and minerals experienced retrograde metamorphism and local foliation of the rocks.

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