Geology of Hong Kong

Geology of Hong Kong

The geology of Hong Kong is dominated by Mesozoic volanic and granitic rocks, which make up about 85% of the total land area. The remaining area is underlain by Paleozoic meta-sedimentary rocks, Mesozoic to Cenozoic sedimentary rocks and superficial deposits. [cite book|author=R.J. Sewell, S.D.G. Campbell, C.J.N. Fletcher, K.W. Lai & P.A. Kirk|title=The Pre-Quaternary Geology of Hong Kong|year=2000|publisher=Government of Hong Kong SAR|isbn=9620202996]

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External links

* [http://www.cedd.gov.hk/eng/about/organisation/org_geo_pln_map.htm Online Hong Kong Geological Survey Memoir]


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