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Insights into petrogenetic processes from a part of the Eastern Deccan Volcanic Province, India, using cluster analyses of mineralo-chemical data
Journal
Journal of Earth System Science
ISSN
23474327
Date Issued
2022-09-01
Author(s)
Dey, Payel
Ray, Jyotisankar
Sheikh, Janisar M.
Patel, Suresh C.
Koeberl, Christian
Chakraborty, Avipsha
Abstract
Abstract: Multivariate statistical analysis involving hierarchical clusters was carried out for basaltic samples (and associated units) from Khandwa (21°49′N, 76°21′E). ‘Highly significant’ or ‘significant’ linear correlation coefficient values (r) corresponding to different minerals (namely, olivine, clinopyroxene and plagioclase), denote several oxides (as for example, MgO, FeO, SiO2, Al2O3, Na2O, CaO and TiO2) which were used for construction of dendrograms. Critical analysis of hierarchical patterns revealed that at the outset of magmatic crystallization, heterogeneous (~greater symmetry) clusters are present. For the crystallization of the lava flows, the ‘bulk level of crystallization’ (in respect of clinopyroxene and plagioclase) varies from ~30 to ~60%, whereas their ‘ultimate crystallization’ appears to be quite high (~80 to ~97%). The bulk crystallization of the lava flows shows a broad control of ambient temperature. The dyke system (feeder dyke and chilled dyke) also shows bulk crystallization pattern similar to that of lava flows. Cluster analyses for basement gabbroic rock suggest that there is a wide compositional spectrum for the cumulate portion, whereas the intercumulus portion is marked by relatively restricted compositions. In general, the present CA (cluster analysis) clearly indicates progressive amalgamation of clusters (and their concomitant fall of symmetry) with advancing differentiation. Research highlights: Multivariate statistical analysis from a portion of eastern Deccan volcanic province deciphers distinctive nature of crystallization.Cluster patterns indicate distinct ‘bulk level of crystallization’ and ‘ultimate crystallization’ for the lavas.Rapid quenching of dyke rocks only allows them to crystallize up to the bulk level.Ambient temperature controls bulk level of crystallization for the lavas.
Volume
131
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