The sheeted intrusive complex of Troodos, Cyprus

Abstract

Geological observations during a mineral exploration programme in the western part of the Troodos Igneous Complex, Cyprus, have led to the formulation of a hypothesis concerning the origin of the Sheeted Intrusive Complex in connection with the development of the Troodos dome. The hypothesis suggests an originally horizontal attitude of the "Diabase" sheets in a large part of the Sheeted Complex. Some related aspects of sulphide mineralisation are discussed.