Geology of the Sierra de Santa Rita, Zacatecas, Mexico

Author

Zoltan deCserna

Publication Date

5-6-1952

Abstract

Information concerning the southern extent of the Mexican geosyncline was desired with the mapping of Sierra de Santa Rita, near Concepción del Oro, Zacatecas, in northern Mexico. Three Upper Jurassic and six Cretaceous formations were mapped, within which lithology and changes in thickness do not reflect proximity of this area to ancient shore lines. The first description of the Huizachal formation in northern Zacatecas is given.

Degree Name

Earth and Planetary Sciences

Level of Degree

Masters

Department Name

Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences

First Committee Member (Chair)

Vincent Cooper Kelley

Second Committee Member

Stewart A. Messenger

Third Committee Member

Sherman Alexander Wengerd

Language

English

Document Type

Thesis

Recommended Citation

deCserna, Zoltan. "Geology of the Sierra de Santa Rita, Zacatecas, Mexico." (1952). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/eps_etds/155