Synchrotron Data - Halfpenny 6673 (June 2013) - Identifying mineralising fluid pathways to gold

Identifying the fluid network which transports metal endowed fluids through the crust is essential for determining what mechanisms control the style of an ore deposit. By using the unique capability of the Maia-384 detector at the Australian Synchrotron, we plan to address the fundamental questions of how chemical and structural perturbations interact to cause economic mineralisation. The research will use micron resolution elemental maps to identify path finder elements which highlight the controlling fluid pathways from source to sink. This work will enhance our fundamental understanding of ore forming processes and will fortify the exploration for Australia’s mineral prosperity.