Identifier
AD-12
Description
The Sacandaga Formation consists of a well layered series of dark granulites (AD-12) and leucogneisses (AD-13). Orthopyroxene is generally present in greater quantity than clinopyroxene. It is not known whether these rocks are metasedimentary or metaigneous. They are strongly foliated.
Thin section shows plagioclase (one with perthitic texture), orthopyroxene and quartz.
Thin section shows plagioclase (one with perthitic texture), orthopyroxene and quartz.
Date
1980
Contributor
Spatial Coverage
Temporal Coverage
Accrual Method
Purchased from Western Minerals Inc.
Unit
Number of Thin Sections
1