In this chapter we discuss common igneous rock associations. Since the end of the Archean, most, but not all, igneous rock associations can be related to their plate tectonic settings. The Earth’s largest igneous-rock factory has been at divergent plate boundaries in oceanic regions, where MORBs and associated intrusive rocks have been generated as a result of decompression melting.
Review the options below to login to check your access.
Log in with your Cambridge Higher Education account to check access.
If you believe you should have access to this content, please contact your institutional librarian or consult our FAQ page for further information about accessing our content.