The Diamond Record of Plate Tectonic Recycling of H, C, N, and B
Mineralogical Society of America via YouTube
Overview
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Explore the fascinating world of plate tectonic recycling through diamond inclusions in this 24-minute talk by D. Graham Pearson from the University of Alberta. Delve into the power of inclusions, recent diamond formation, and the tools used to study them. Examine P-type inclusions, carbon and nitrogen isotopes, and the proposed solutions for understanding these geological phenomena. Investigate echo joints, carbon recycling, and superdeep diamonds, including their samples and inclusions. Discover the intriguing properties of blue diamonds, their analysis, and range. Gain valuable insights into the recycling of H, C, N, and B through plate tectonics as revealed by diamond records in this comprehensive presentation from the Mineralogical Society of America's Centennial Symposium.
Syllabus
Introduction
The power of inclusions
Recent diamond formation
Tools used
Ptype Inclusion
Carbon Isotopes
The nitrogen isotope
We tried to provide a solution
Echo joints
Carbon recycling
Superdeep diamonds
Diamond samples
Diamond inclusions
Blue diamonds
Superdeep inclusions
Blue diamond analysis
Blue diamond range
Conclusion
Taught by
Mineralogical Society of America