This thesis summarizes the metallogenetic mechanism of the Galinge skarn deposit based on
integrated knowledge of tectonics geochemistry geochronology petrology mineralogy
thermodynamics and hydrothermal fluids. It also discusses the multistage growth characteristics
of various skarn minerals in which the varying compositions reflect the evolution of the
hydrothermal fluid. The multidisciplinary nature of this research sheds new light on
reconstructing metallogenetic processes successfully. It outlines the main aspects of skarn
zonation based on the dominant contents of the skarn minerals and the wall rock compositions.
In addition it focuses on volatile-rich minerals including tourmaline and hastingsite
highlighting the importance of the volatile component in the skarn deposit. Lastly it
describes the regional tectonic-magmatic evolutionary history to explain the metallogenic
principles which can be used to guide prospecting in the field.
