Geology of the Oman Mountains, Eastern Arabia
- 504 pages
- 18 hours of reading
Geological exploration in the mountains of Oman and the UAE reveals a wealth of significant sites, including the Semail Ophiolite, the largest exposed ophiolite complex globally. The region showcases impressive geological features such as Permian-Mesozoic shelf carbonates, deep wadi canyons, and various metamorphic rocks. Notable locations include fossil sites, fold-thrust belts, and Precambrian salt domes, alongside the striking sand dunes of the Rub al'Khali and Wahiba sandsea, making it a vital area for understanding geological history and processes.

