Triple Oxygen Isotopes in Evolving Continental Crust, Granites, and Clastic Sediments

Explore the intricacies of triple oxygen isotopes in continental crust evolution, granite formation, and clastic sediment composition in this 30-minute conference talk presented by Ilya Bindeman at the Mineralogical Society of America's Short Course on Triple Oxygen Isotope Geochemistry. Delve into topics such as quartz-water equilibration, mineral analysis, natural experiments, and the challenges faced in the field. Examine the bulk composition of shales, clay minerals, and the effects of diagenesis and metamorphism on isotope ratios. Investigate the relationship between carbonates and shales, analyze Archean shales and modern river sediments, and discover how granites have changed over geological time. Gain insights into the latest research and theoretical models presented through equations, diagrams, and conceptual cartoons, providing a comprehensive overview of triple oxygen isotope geochemistry in evolving continental environments.