Meso‑Cenozoic lithospheric thermal structure and its significance in the evolution of the lithosphere in the Ordos Basin, WNCC, China

Qi, Kai; Ren, Zhaoyu; Cui, Junping; Yu, Qiang

doi:10.1080/00206814.2020.1827459

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“…Inspired by the periodicity of the lower crustal underplating events in the northern margin (Shao et al., 2020) and the periodicity reflected in the sedimentation rate of the Ordos Basin in the WB of the NCC (Qi et al., 2020), we here investigate this behavior for the different parts of the NCC. The estimate of the strain rate from the present GPS observations (Deng & Tesauro, 2016) reveals that the WB, EB, and TNCO of the NCC are mechanically strong, intermediate, and weak, respectively.…”

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“…(2020), Qi et al. (2020), and Zhang (2012). Data of the current Moho temperature is through K. Wang et al.…”

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“…Data of the current lithospheric thickness is through Y. . Data of ages for underplating events is through Shao et al (2020), Qi et al (2020), andZhang (2012). Data of the current Moho temperature is through K. Wang et al (2020).…”

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“…In the WB dominated by the Ordos Basin, no outcrops of mafic granulite can be used to date the underplating events. Instead, we used the deposition rate calculated from the stratigraphic column (Qi et al, 2020), because the lower crustal underplating and synchronous sedimentation both result from lithospheric extension. Clearly, the extremes of deposition rates at ∼470 and ∼250 Ma and with a period of ∼220 Ma (Figure S5D in Supporting Information S1) are consistent with the calculated result of ∼222 Ma.…”

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“…This is the first study attempting to extend the method of evaluating the collapse history of an orogenic belt to a craton that can be considered as an ancient orogen (Cawood et al., 2013). Modification of a cratonic lithosphere generally evolves through one or more cycles that are typically reflected in deposition sequences in intracratonic basins, as clearly reflected in the Phanerozoic filling sequence of the Ordos Basin in the NCC (Qi et al., 2020). This guided the present study to further investigate the self‐sustaining oscillation behavior of the NCC in the Phanerozoic.…”

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Phanerozoic Evolution of Lithospheric Structures of the North China Craton

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Modification of the cratonic lithosphere remains no consensus on the mechanisms. We here presented a method to reconstruct the Paleozoic‐lithospheric structures of the North China Craton (NCC) from its current structures. The results show that, after the Paleozoic, massive thinning only occurred in the eastern East Block (EB) but thickening presented in the northern Ordos Basin and the region from the Weibei uplift to South Taihang Mountains uplift. We also calculated the self‐sustaining oscillation periods of three parts in the NCC during the course of feedback between the thermal and mechanical equilibrium. The periods are in good agreement with the periodicity reflected in the sedimentation rate of the Ordos Basin and basaltic underplating events in the Trans‐North China Orogen. Based on the presenting results, we argue that, except the EB, the Phanerozoic lithospheric modification of the NCC is mainly controlled by heat conduction and dissipation through the cratonic lithosphere.

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Intra‐Craton Faults Characteristics, Development and Its Hydrocarbon Accumulation Significance in Mesozoic Strata at Southwestern Ordos Basin, China

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The Ordos Basin is among China's largest petroliferous basins, with its southwestern part being a key exploration area. Prior studies indicated that the basin's internal structure was relatively simple, featuring minor developmental faults and primarily stratigraphic–lithologic reservoirs. However, recent research has identified numerous strike‐slip faults in the basin, and their relationship to oil and gas accumulations remains unclear. This study, using integrated interpretations of field outcrops, imaging logging and 3D seismic reflection data, clarifies the characteristics, morphology and formation mechanisms of multi‐period faults in the southwestern Ordos basin. Additionally, the study investigates the relationship between these faults and oil and gas accumulations. Results show that Mesozoic fractures in the southwestern basin are primarily NE‐ and NW‐trending. Seismic profiles reveal that these faults exhibit complex geometries, including upright structures in the Middle to Upper Triassic and floral structures in the Cretaceous. Coherence slices show that Lower Jurassic faults have linear structures NE‐ and NW‐trending, while Cretaceous faults exhibit parallel linear structures ENE‐trending. The study of fault displacement and morphology suggests two evolutionary patterns for Mesozoic faults in the basin: layered development and basement‐activated faulting. The widespread ENE‐ and NW‐trending faults represent a specific mode of tectonic stress transfer in stable cratonic areas with minimal basement fault influence. Conversely, some ENE‐trending faults are significantly influenced by basement activation during various geological periods, penetrating deeply into strata and exhibiting distinct segmentation on a planar scale. This differential fault development results in an uneven distribution of Jurassic oil and gas reservoirs. Significant accumulations of Jurassic oil and gas are found in the ENE‐trending tension–torsional strike‐slip sections, whereas many NW‐trending faults may negatively impact oil and gas reservoirs. This study elucidates the characteristics of Mesozoic faults in the southwestern Ordos Basin, offering valuable guidance for oil and gas exploration and development in the region.

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Meso‑Cenozoic lithospheric thermal structure and its significance in the evolution of the lithosphere in the Ordos Basin, WNCC, China

Cited by 8 publications

References 101 publications

Phanerozoic Evolution of Lithospheric Structures of the North China Craton

Phanerozoic Evolution of Lithospheric Structures of the North China Craton

Intra‐Craton Faults Characteristics, Development and Its Hydrocarbon Accumulation Significance in Mesozoic Strata at Southwestern Ordos Basin, China

Ambient noise tomography of a linear seismic array based on an improved Voronoi tessellation

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