Forearc basins preserve the geologic record relating strictly to arc magmatism. The provenance of forearc sediment can be used to differentiate periods of crustal growth, accretion, and destruction, enhanced magmatism, advancing and retreating …
The behavior and evolution of mantle lithosphere during tectonic events is not yet fully understood. In addition, while some processes, such as continental collision or subduction are better known, other features like orocline formation or …