First demonstration of <i>in situ</i> Lu–Hf dating using LA-ICP-MS/MS applied to monazite
Shitou Wu, Jun‐Long Niu, Yue‐Heng Yang, Hao Wang, Jin‐Hui Yang, Fu‐Yuan Wu
Abstract
Monazite is a LREE-rich accessory mineral in various igneous and metamorphic rocks; therefore, monazite geochronology has the potential to answer a range of important geological questions.
Topics & Concepts
MonaziteInductively coupled plasma mass spectrometryIn situGeologyRadiochemistryGeochemistryChemistryZirconMass spectrometryChromatographyOrganic chemistryMineralogy and Gemology StudiesGeological and Geochemical AnalysisCrystal Structures and Properties