Quartz (Q), feldspar (F) and rock fragment (R) contents are plotted in the given ternary diagram. Identify the correct set of tectonic milieu for ‘A’ and ‘B’ sandstones as plotted in the diagram
To determine the tectonic milieu for sandstones 'A' and 'B' based on the given ternary diagram, we must understand the typical mineralogical compositions associated with different tectonic settings.
In the ternary diagram with Quartz (Q), Feldspar (F), and Rock Fragments (R) as end members:
Now, examine the positions:
Therefore, the correct set of tectonic milieu for the sandstones are:
This explanation matches the correct answer: A – Magmatic arc, B – Craton.
The modal analysis of a sandstone is as follows:
Quartz 36%
Feldspar 55%
Matrix 08%
Rock fragments 01%
It may be classified as