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Geological Society, London, Special Publications; 1995; v. 88; p. NP;
DOI: 10.1144/GSL.SP.1995.088.01.30
© 1995 Geological Society of London

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This volume presents recent work on basin inversion and the causes and effects of inversion tectonics, the increasing recognition and importance of which are highlighted by examples from four continents.

The book also features sections on mechanics, dynamics and geometry in inverted basins, on the modelling of inversion tectonics and on the recognition and measurement of basin inversion. Integrated studies require detailed analysis of every available dataset, and conclusions of many of the papers here are based on numerous data types and both surface mapping and sub-surface seismic interpretation.

The volume shows that research in recent years has increased understanding of the inversion processes. In many cases inversion tectonics is the controlling factor in hydrocarbon prospectivity and its timing, extent and amount, as well as controls on it, will need to be understood further in order successfully and cost-effectively to explore sedimentary basins.

The book brings together work from both academia and the petroleum industry and attempts to forge links between workers in both these areas.