Reworking of continental crust, deep geological processes and large-scale W-Sn-Au-Cu mineralization in the Nanling-Wuyi metallogenic belts, South China

Key Points

• Mineralization of W-Sn-Au-Cu is influenced by deep geological processes in the continental crust, enhancing mining prospects.
• Recent findings indicate extensive reworking of continental crust associates with the mineralization across the Nanling-Wuyi region.
• Observational analysis across critical metallogenic belts revealed strong correlations between geological processes and mineral deposits.
• Understanding these geological dynamics highlights the potential for large-scale mineral exploration in economically significant areas.