S. O. Feofilaktov, S. N. Rychagov, I. A. Nuzhdaev, Yu. Yu. Bukatov, I. F. Abkadyrov
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Abstract
Based on integrated geological and structural–geophysical studies, we show that the discharge of thermal waters at the Pauzhetka geothermal field is confined to circular tectono-magmatic blocks. We have resolved the essential issue concerning the source of thermal supply to the Pauzhetka geothermal system: a horizon of higher conductivity has been identified at depths between 3.5 and 8 km between the crystalline and the terrigenous basement for the heat flow which is ascending from beneath the Kambalny volcanic range. These results allow us to pass to the consideration of the next problem, namely, a study of the geological structure between the source of thermal supply and the region of discharge for vapor-rich hydrothermal fluids.
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Journal of Volcanology and Seismology publishes theoretical and experimental studies, communications, and reports on volcanic, seismic, geodynamic, and magmatic processes occurring in the areas of island arcs and other active regions of the Earth. In particular, the journal looks at present-day land and submarine volcanic activity; Neogene–Quaternary volcanism; mechanisms of plutonic activity; the geochemistry of volcanic and postvolcanic processes; geothermal systems in volcanic regions; and seismological monitoring. In addition, the journal surveys earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and techniques for predicting them.