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Manganiferous Sediments, Rocks, and Ores

J. Barry Maynard
- 01 Jan 2014 - 
- Vol. 9, pp 327-349
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The solubility of manganese compared to iron under reducing and mildly oxidizing conditions leads to its export from low-oxygen environments, be they basalt-hydrothermal systems or euxinic sedimentary basins, and its accumulation in oxidizing environments of the shallow ocean or in low-productivity areas of the deep sea as discussed by the authors.
Abstract
Manganese is of great interest in geochemistry because its minerals are both tracers of redox processes and accumulators of other elements of geochemical significance. The solubility of manganese compared to iron under reducing and mildly oxidizing conditions leads to its export from low-oxygen environments, be they basalt-hydrothermal systems or euxinic sedimentary basins, and its accumulation in oxidizing environments of the shallow ocean or in low-productivity areas of the deep sea. Therefore tracking Mn/Fe ratios provides us a means of reconstructing the oxidation structure of ocean basins, soils, or groundwater systems.

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Why is manganese (Mn) important for tracing the accretion of volatile elements?

Manganese (Mn) is crucial for tracing volatile element accretion due to its role as a tracer of redox processes and its accumulation in oxidizing environments, aiding in reconstructing oxidation structures.

How is manganese (Mn) can be used for tracing the accretion of volatile elements?

Manganese (Mn) can trace redox processes and accumulate geochemically significant elements, aiding in reconstructing oxidation structures in various environments, but not specifically for tracing the accretion of volatile elements.