Lateral propagation–induced subduction initiation at passive continental margins controlled by preexisting lithospheric weakness

Authors: Xin Zhou, Zhong-Hai Li, Taras V. Gerya, Robert J. Stern

Published: 2020-03-05

DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.aaz1048

Source: Full article

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Abstract

Subduction initiation at weakened passive continental margin could be induced by lateral propagation of existing subduction zones.