Thermochronology

Thermochronology is a geochronological technique used to date the thermal history of rocks and minerals. It involves the study of the temperature history of geological materials over time, providing insights into processes such as cooling, uplift, erosion, and tectonic activity. The primary focus of thermochronology is on isotopic systems that are sensitive to temperature, allowing researchers to determine when a sample cooled below a specific closure temperature—an important stage in its thermal history.