Study on geological features and exploration methods of MVT Pb-Zn deposits

Abstract

After a comprehensive research on geological features and exploration methods of MVT Pb-Zn deposits, this paper reach some conclusions as follows: 1) MVT Pb-Zn deposits are generally distributed on some major strata. 2) From a regional prospective, their ore bodies resemble strata-bound ore deposits in some aspects. 3) With simple associations, host minerals mainly include sphalerite, PbS, pyrite and marcasite. 4) Structurally, these deposits are mostly massive, brecciated, impregnated, spiderweb-shaped, vein-like and stripped. 5) MVT Pb-Zn deposits are epithermal generally with alternation, whereas their varieties are relatively simple and are not so intense. 6) Stratigraphic system and structure are critical symbols for exploring this kind of deposits. 7) Physiochemical exploration is effective for exploring such deposits, and 6 major indicators are available for ore exploration.