Mesozoic and Cenozoic paleogeography reconstruction of the western Jianghan Basin (Central China): Revealed by apatite fission track dating

Key Points

• Paleogeography reconstruction highlights significant shifts over the Mesozoic and Cenozoic eras across the basin.
• Using apatite fission track dating, thermal history was assessed along with sedimentation patterns.
• The investigation utilized geological data spanning millions of years, revealing crucial historical geological processes.
• These findings support deeper understanding of the region's geological evolution and past climate conditions.