DIPRA : a user-friendly program to model multi-element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes
[1] Modeling the diffusion of elements in olivine from volcanic rocks has recently become one of the most useful techniques to determine the timescales of the processes that occur in magma reservoirs before eruptions. However, many potential users are not versed in the numerical methods needed to so...
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| description | [1] Modeling the diffusion of elements in olivine from volcanic rocks has recently become one of the most useful techniques to determine the timescales of the processes that occur in magma reservoirs before eruptions. However, many potential users are not versed in the numerical methods needed to solve the diffusion equation for timescale determinations. Here we present DIPRA (Diffusion Process Analysis), a user-friendly computer tool that models easily and intuitively the olivine chemical zoning by performing an automatic, visual, and quick fit to the natural profiles. The code is developed under a finite difference scheme and allows simultaneous modeling of diffusion of Fe, Mg, Mn, Ni, and Ca. DIPRA accounts for most variables that affect the diffusivity, including temperature, pressure, oxygen fugacity, major element composition, and anisotropy. Initial and boundary conditions can be done as complex as desired, including changing boundary composition with time. Such versatility allows modeling the large variety of scenarios that are characteristic of volcanic systems. We also have implemented a methodology to estimate objectively the uncertainties of the timescales from the uncertainties of the data and temperature. We expect that our application will increase the number and quality of timescale determinations from crystal zoning studies. It may be also useful as a teaching resource for higher education courses. |
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| spelling | ntu-10356/962432020-09-26T21:35:41Z DIPRA : a user-friendly program to model multi-element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes Girona, Társilo Costa, Fidel [1] Modeling the diffusion of elements in olivine from volcanic rocks has recently become one of the most useful techniques to determine the timescales of the processes that occur in magma reservoirs before eruptions. However, many potential users are not versed in the numerical methods needed to solve the diffusion equation for timescale determinations. Here we present DIPRA (Diffusion Process Analysis), a user-friendly computer tool that models easily and intuitively the olivine chemical zoning by performing an automatic, visual, and quick fit to the natural profiles. The code is developed under a finite difference scheme and allows simultaneous modeling of diffusion of Fe, Mg, Mn, Ni, and Ca. DIPRA accounts for most variables that affect the diffusivity, including temperature, pressure, oxygen fugacity, major element composition, and anisotropy. Initial and boundary conditions can be done as complex as desired, including changing boundary composition with time. Such versatility allows modeling the large variety of scenarios that are characteristic of volcanic systems. We also have implemented a methodology to estimate objectively the uncertainties of the timescales from the uncertainties of the data and temperature. We expect that our application will increase the number and quality of timescale determinations from crystal zoning studies. It may be also useful as a teaching resource for higher education courses. Published version 2013-06-10T04:27:22Z 2019-12-06T19:27:46Z 2013-06-10T04:27:22Z 2019-12-06T19:27:46Z 2013 2013 Journal Article Girona, T. & Costa, F. (2013). DIPRA: A user-friendly program to model multi-element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes. Geochemistry, Geophysics, Geosystems, 14(2), 422-431. 1525-2027 https://hdl.handle.net/10356/96243 http://hdl.handle.net/10220/10111 10.1029/2012GC004427 en Geochemistry, geophysics, geosystems © 2013 American Geophysical Union. This paper was published in Geochemistry, Geophysics, Geosystems and is made available as an electronic reprint (preprint) with permission of American Geophysical Union. The paper can be found at the following official DOI: [http://dx.doi.org/10.1029/2012GC004427 ]. One print or electronic copy may be made for personal use only. Systematic or multiple reproduction, distribution to multiple locations via electronic or other means, duplication of any material in this paper for a fee or for commercial purposes, or modification of the content of the paper is prohibited and is subject to penalties under law. application/pdf |
| spellingShingle | Girona, Társilo Costa, Fidel DIPRA : a user-friendly program to model multi-element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes |
| title | DIPRA : a user-friendly program to model multi-element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes |
| title_full | DIPRA : a user-friendly program to model multi-element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes |
| title_fullStr | DIPRA : a user-friendly program to model multi-element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes |
| title_full_unstemmed | DIPRA : a user-friendly program to model multi-element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes |
| title_short | DIPRA : a user-friendly program to model multi-element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes |
| title_sort | dipra a user friendly program to model multi element diffusion in olivine with applications to timescales of magmatic processes |
| url | https://hdl.handle.net/10356/96243 http://hdl.handle.net/10220/10111 |
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