Displacement Analysis on Major Faults, N.W. Ellesmere and Axel Heiberg Islands

Regions: Qikiqtaaluk Region, Nunavut

Tags: physical sciences, geology, rock, deformational history

Principal Investigator: Schwerdtner, W.M. (5)
Licence Number: 11133
Organization: Department of Geology, University of Toronto
Licensed Year(s): 1991 1990 1988
Issued: Jan 01, 1991
Project Team: Dr. F. Schrader; Ms.G. Hall;

Objective(s): To apply new field methods to major faults of the Eureka Sound fold belt;

Project Description: The Researcher and team will continue to conduct their study in pure geology. They will apply new field methods to major faults of the Eureka Sound fold belt. The rocks under study are exceptionally preserved (not weathered) in the dry arctic climate. The work will contribute to the understanding of Eurekan orogeny.