Masset Formation
Masset Formation Stratigraphic range: Oligocene–Miocene | |
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Type | Geological formation |
Lithology | |
Primary | Calc-alkaline volcanic rocks |
Location | |
Country | Canada |
The Masset Formation is a volcanic formation on Graham Island of the Haida Gwaii Islands in British Columbia, Canada. It consists of calc-alkaline volcanic rocks related to subduction of the pre-existing Farallon Plate.[1] The Masset Formation is part of the Pemberton Volcanic Belt.[1]
See also
- Volcanism in Canada
- List of volcanoes in Canada
- Geology of British Columbia
- Geography of British Columbia
References
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