BGS Rock Classification Scheme
Hydrothermal-rock - A rock whose characteristics are the result of the actions of hot aqueous solutions. Many mineral assemblages are possible. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/02, section 8.
Code | HYDR |
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Description | Hydrothermal-rock - A rock whose characteristics are the result of the actions of hot aqueous solutions. Many mineral assemblages are possible. British Geological Survey Research Report RR/99/02, section 8. |
Qualifiers | No qualifiers currently exist. |
Definition | Altered rock (protolith undefined) with characteristics (new minerals/assemblages) derived from reaction with hot aqueous solutions |
Linked data | http://data.bgs.ac.uk/id/EarthMaterialClass/RockName/HYDR |
CAVEAT
"Thumbnail" definitions attached to some of the table entries are an interim attempt to provide simple short descriptions of the "unqualified" rock types presented within the BGS Rock Classification Scheme. Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy and consistency but minor contradictions or omissions might be present. The BGS welcomes any feedback pointing out such minor imperfections and/or providing constructive comment and suggestions for improvement of the definitions. In the first instance such feedback should be directed to Dr Tim McCormick.