This work produces some vital geologic information on the geology and structural analysis of rocks mapped around Kanwara, Dass local government area of Bauchi State. The mapped area is located between longitude N10001’09” and N1O000’09”and latitude E9032’42” and E9031’26”. Exposure of rocks in the area were mostly high level and medium level outcrops with only a few low level outcrops, the high level outcrops were conically shaped with height ranging between 400m to 700m above sea level while the inselberg was about 900m. The predominant rock types in the area were granite gneiss, biotite granite and migmatite, under thin section, minerals were identified via their respective optical properties under both plane polarized light and cross polarized light, the major minerals associated with the rocks were; biotite, quartz, feldspars, (orthoclase & plagioclase), muscovite and microcline. Based on field observations, the geologic structures found on the rocks include; joints, foliations, minor folds, ghost schist, dykes and veins. The joints indicate the masking effect of the pan African orogeny on the older granites (trending NW-SE). The shape of the girdle from the structural analysis conducted indicates that the rocks of the mapped area were subjected to medium grade metamorphism.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Dedication
- Acknowledgement
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
The objective of this thesis is to present a geological and structural analysis of foliation planes in granite gneiss formations found around Kanwara, Dass, Bauchi State. The work aims to provide a detailed understanding of the geological characteristics and structural features of this specific area.
- Geological analysis of granite gneiss formations.
- Structural analysis of foliation planes.
- Characterization of the geological features around Kanwara, Dass, Bauchi State.
- Detailed mapping and description of the geological formations.
- Interpretation of geological processes that shaped the area.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Dedication: This section dedicates the thesis to the memory of the author's late grandfather, Alhaji Umar Jumberi, expressing gratitude and respect.
Acknowledgement: The author expresses gratitude to several individuals and groups who contributed to the completion of the thesis. This includes his parents, supervisor Mal. Ahmad Isah Haruna, various staff members from the Geology Programme ATBU, his siblings, and friends and colleagues. The acknowledgments highlight the support received throughout the research process, indicating a collaborative effort towards the thesis's successful completion.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Granite gneiss, foliation planes, structural analysis, geological analysis, Kanwara, Dass, Bauchi State, geological formations, structural features.
Frequently Asked Questions: Geological and Structural Analysis of Foliation Planes in Granite Gneiss Formations Around Kanwara, Dass, Bauchi State
What is the main objective of this thesis?
The primary objective is to present a detailed geological and structural analysis of foliation planes within granite gneiss formations located near Kanwara, Dass, in Bauchi State. The research aims to thoroughly understand the area's geological characteristics and structural features.
What key themes are explored in this thesis?
The thesis focuses on several key themes, including geological analysis of granite gneiss formations, structural analysis of foliation planes, characterization of the geological features around Kanwara, Dass, Bauchi State, detailed mapping and description of the geological formations, and interpretation of the geological processes that shaped the region.
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The "Chapter Summaries" section briefly describes the Dedication and Acknowledgement chapters. The Dedication chapter is dedicated to the author's late grandfather, while the Acknowledgements express gratitude to various individuals and institutions that supported the research.
What are the keywords associated with this thesis?
The keywords include: Granite gneiss, foliation planes, structural analysis, geological analysis, Kanwara, Dass, Bauchi State, geological formations, and structural features. These terms accurately reflect the thesis's core subject matter.
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Who is thanked in the Acknowledgements section?
The Acknowledgements thank the author's parents, supervisor Mal. Ahmad Isah Haruna, staff from the Geology Programme ATBU, siblings, friends, and colleagues for their contributions to the research and completion of the thesis.
To whom is the thesis dedicated?
The thesis is dedicated to the memory of the author's late grandfather, Alhaji Umar Jumberi.
- Quote paper
- Umar Sambo Umar (Author), 2011, Geology and Structural Analysis of Foliation Planes of Granite Gneiss exposed around Kanwara, Dass. Bauchi State, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/284388
