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https://doi.org/10.5194/se-15-1113-2024
https://doi.org/10.5194/se-15-1113-2024
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12 Sep 2024
Research article |  | 12 Sep 2024

How a volcanic arc influences back-arc extension: insight from 2D numerical models

Duo Zhang and J. Huw Davies

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We numerically model the influence of an arc on back-arc extension. The arc is simulated by placing a hot region on the overriding plate. We investigate how plate ages and properties of the hot region affect back-arc extension and present regime diagrams illustrating the nature of back-arc extension for these models. We find that back-arc extension occurs not only in the hot region but also, surprisingly, away from it, and a hot region facilitates extension on the overriding plate.
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