Tin mineralization indicator in Sungai Bahoi-Charok Jawa area, Ulu Muda Forest Reserve, Kedah

Abstract

A study on tin (Sn) mineralization indicator in Sungai Bahoi-Charok Jawa area was conducted through detailed field geological mapping and stream sediment geochemistry analysis. The study area consists mainly of Late Triassic igneous intrusion and sedimentary rocks of Carboniferous Kubang Pasu Formation. The conducted field mapping has successfully discovered a band of brecciated phyllites along parts of granite – phyllite contact zone and a limestone hill with caves in the study area. Based on the geochemical results and interpretations, 6 multielement anomaly areas were delineated, where Sn exists as the main constituent.