"Classic" skarn associated with plutons



Zonation of most skarns reflects the geometry of the pluton contact and fluid flow. Such skarns are zoned from proximal endoskarn to proximal exoskarn, dominated by garnet. More distal skarn usually is more pyroxene-rich and the skarn front, especially in contact with marble, may be dominated by pyroxenoids or vesuvianite.

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Last Updated: December 21, 1995

© 1995 (Larry Meinert)