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I.L. Tailleur

Publications and source records attributed to I.L. Tailleur.

At least 19 recordsLinked to original sources
USGS2001

Geologic map of the Arctic Quadrangle, Alaska

Introduction The Arctic quadrangle is well located to shed light on the basic geologic relations of northern Alaska. The rocks represent all of the stratigraphic systems from Cambrian to Cretaceous and all but one of the tectono-stratigraphic subterranes of the Brooks Range, from the autochthonous subterrane in the north to the allochthonous subterranes farther south. Among the distinctive geologic features displayed in the Arctic quadrangle are voluminous volcanic rocks of probable Devonian age, a wide array of Carboniferous carbonate facies in the Lisburne Group (which here extends up into the Middle Pennsylvanian), the southward transition of Upper Devonian (Famennian) clastic facies from fluvial conglomerate to marine sandstone, a full display of Upper Devonian (Frasnian) reef-related strata, and fossiliferous Ordovician rocks in both carbonate and chert terranes. Most of the quadrangle is in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) and Arctic Wildlife Refuge Wilderness. The quadrangle also includes Arctic Village, the only village in the region and a potential destination or transfer point for visitors to the wildlife refuge.

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USGS1984

Reconnaissance geologic map of the Noatak C5, D5, D6, and D7 quadrangles, Alaska

This map covers the northwestern part of the Noatak 1:250,000-scale quadrangle (fig. 1, sheet 1). The area has low topographic relief that largely consists of gently sloping hills separated by broad expanses of tundra growing on unconsolidated surficial materials. Elevations range from sea level up to 475 m (1,456 ft.) at Mount Jarvis. Study of bedrock geology is constrained by a scarcity of exposures in most areas. Most hill tops are rubble-covered, and there are only a few stream outcrops. As a result many of the stratigraphic and structural relationships between rock units are inferred from similar relationships previously determined in other areas of the western Brooks Range where the rocks are better exposed (Curtis and others, 1982, 1983; Ellersieck and others, 1982, 1983; and Mayfield and others, 1982, 1983 a, b).

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USGS1983

The Alaska Mineral Resource Assessment Program: Background information to accompany folio of geologic and mineral resource maps of the Ambler River quadrangle, Alaska

The Ambler River quadrangle, consisting of 14,290 km2 (5,520 mi2) in northwest Alaska, was investigated by an interdisciplinary research team for the purpose of assessing the mineral resource potential of the quadrangle. This report provides background information for a folio of maps on the geology, reconnaissance geochemistry, aeromagnetics, Landsat imagery, and mineral resource evaluation of the quadrangle. A summary of the geologic history, radiometric dates, and fossil localities and a comprehensive bibliography are also included. The quadrangle contains jade reserves, now being mined, and potentially significant resources of copper, zinc, lead, and silver.

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USGS1983

Explanation to accompany reconnaissance geologic map of the De Long Mountains A3, B3, and parts of A4, B4 quadrangles, Alaska

This map is one of a series of three reconnaissance geologic maps of the southern De Long Mountains quadrangle (fig. 1). Because the geology in the three map areas is similar, a composite map explanation has been designed to facilitate their combined use and give a better perspective of the regional geology. There are some rock units and allochthons which do not occur on all three maps. For this reason, the explanation contains more rock units than occur on any one map. Rock units which appear on the accompanying map are indicated by an asterisk beside the map symbol in the explanation.

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USGS1983

Reconnaissance geologic map of the De Long Mountains A1, B1, and part of C1 quadrangles, Alaska

This map is one of a series of three reconnaissance geologic maps of the southern De Long Mountains quadrangle (fig. 1). Because the geology in the three map areas is similar, a composite map explanation has been designed to facilitate their combined use and give a better perspective of the regional geology. There are some rock units and allochthons which do not occur on all three maps. For this reason, the explanation contains more rock units than occur on any one map. Rock units which appear on the accompanying map are indicated by an asterisk beside the map symbol in the explanation.

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USGS1982

Reconnaissance geologic map of southwestern Misheguk Mountain quadrangle, Alaska

This map is one of a series of three reconnaissance geologic maps of the southern Misheguk Mountain quadrangle (fig. 1). Because the geology in all three map areas is similar, a composite map explanation has been designed to facilitate their combined use and provide the reader with a better perspective of the regional geology. There are some rock units and allochthons which do not occur on all three maps. For this reason, the explanation contains more rock units than occur on any one map. Rock units which appear on the accompanying map are indicated by an asterisk beside the map symbol in the explanation.

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USGS1982

Reconnaissance geologic map of southeastern Misheguk Mountain Quadrangle, Alaska

This map is one of a series of three reconnaissance geologic maps of the southern Misheguk Mountain quadrangle (fig. 1). Because the geology in all three map areas is similar, a composite map explanation has been designed to facilitate their combined use and provide the reader with a better perspective of the regional geology. There are some rock units and allochthons which do not occur on all three maps. For this reason, the explanation contains more rock units than occur on any one map. Rock units which appear on the accompanying map are indicated by an asterisk beside the map symbol in the explanation.

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