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Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan

This study delves into the geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area, southern Jordan, with a focus on uncovering the complex patterns of mineralization and their geological significance. Employing an in-depth geochemical analysis of 24 rock samples from the...

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Main Authors:	Mosleh, Mariam, Aziz, Jasmi Hafiz Abdul, Roselee, Muhammad Hatta, Al-Shorman, Ahmed, Al Tamimi, Mahmoud, Alsoudi, Abdelkarim
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Published:	BMC 2024
Subjects:	QE Geology
Online Access:	http://eprints.um.edu.my/45490/ https://doi.org/10.1186/s12932-024-00085-9
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spelling	my.um.eprints.454902024-10-22T08:26:03Z http://eprints.um.edu.my/45490/ Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan Mosleh, Mariam Aziz, Jasmi Hafiz Abdul Roselee, Muhammad Hatta Al-Shorman, Ahmed Al Tamimi, Mahmoud Alsoudi, Abdelkarim QE Geology This study delves into the geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area, southern Jordan, with a focus on uncovering the complex patterns of mineralization and their geological significance. Employing an in-depth geochemical analysis of 24 rock samples from the region, we identified that these samples are predominantly hosted by oversaturated rhyolitic rocks, characterized by high SiO2 content and abundant free Quartz and orthoclase minerals. The mineralized zone of the quartz veins is particularly notable for its gold and silver concentrations, with maximum values reaching up to 5 ppm for gold and 18 ppm for silver. Our investigation into the elemental correlations revealed nuanced relationships, dependent on the 21 sample and analyzed at confidence level of (85%). Contrary to initial assumptions, we did not find a significant positive correlation between gold (Au) and arsenic (As), nor significant negative correlations between gold and other trace elements. These insights are critical for understanding the geochemical behavior of gold in the area and offer a nuanced view of elemental associations. The results of this study are significant for both academic research and practical exploration. They enhance our comprehension of the geological history and mineralization processes in Wadi Abu Khusheiba, providing valuable data that can inform future exploration strategies and deepen our understanding of mineral deposition in similar geological settings. This research not only contributes to the scientific community's knowledge of the area's geochemistry but also has potential implications for the mining and exploration industries. BMC 2024-03 Article PeerReviewed Mosleh, Mariam and Aziz, Jasmi Hafiz Abdul and Roselee, Muhammad Hatta and Al-Shorman, Ahmed and Al Tamimi, Mahmoud and Alsoudi, Abdelkarim (2024) Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan. Geochemical Transactions, 25 (1). p. 2. ISSN 1467-4866, DOI https://doi.org/10.1186/s12932-024-00085-9 <https://doi.org/10.1186/s12932-024-00085-9>. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12932-024-00085-9 10.1186/s12932-024-00085-9
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spellingShingle	QE Geology Mosleh, Mariam Aziz, Jasmi Hafiz Abdul Roselee, Muhammad Hatta Al-Shorman, Ahmed Al Tamimi, Mahmoud Alsoudi, Abdelkarim Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan
description	This study delves into the geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area, southern Jordan, with a focus on uncovering the complex patterns of mineralization and their geological significance. Employing an in-depth geochemical analysis of 24 rock samples from the region, we identified that these samples are predominantly hosted by oversaturated rhyolitic rocks, characterized by high SiO2 content and abundant free Quartz and orthoclase minerals. The mineralized zone of the quartz veins is particularly notable for its gold and silver concentrations, with maximum values reaching up to 5 ppm for gold and 18 ppm for silver. Our investigation into the elemental correlations revealed nuanced relationships, dependent on the 21 sample and analyzed at confidence level of (85%). Contrary to initial assumptions, we did not find a significant positive correlation between gold (Au) and arsenic (As), nor significant negative correlations between gold and other trace elements. These insights are critical for understanding the geochemical behavior of gold in the area and offer a nuanced view of elemental associations. The results of this study are significant for both academic research and practical exploration. They enhance our comprehension of the geological history and mineralization processes in Wadi Abu Khusheiba, providing valuable data that can inform future exploration strategies and deepen our understanding of mineral deposition in similar geological settings. This research not only contributes to the scientific community's knowledge of the area's geochemistry but also has potential implications for the mining and exploration industries.
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author	Mosleh, Mariam Aziz, Jasmi Hafiz Abdul Roselee, Muhammad Hatta Al-Shorman, Ahmed Al Tamimi, Mahmoud Alsoudi, Abdelkarim
author_facet	Mosleh, Mariam Aziz, Jasmi Hafiz Abdul Roselee, Muhammad Hatta Al-Shorman, Ahmed Al Tamimi, Mahmoud Alsoudi, Abdelkarim
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title	Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan
title_short	Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan
title_full	Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan
title_fullStr	Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan
title_full_unstemmed	Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan
title_sort	geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the wadi abu khusheiba area in southern jordan
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publishDate	2024
url	http://eprints.um.edu.my/45490/ https://doi.org/10.1186/s12932-024-00085-9
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Geochemical dispersion of gold-bearing quartz veins in the Wadi Abu Khusheiba area in Southern Jordan

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