Petrografická charakteristika neovulkanitů Slezska

Abstract

In my thesis I deal with petrographic characteristics of neovolcanites of Silesia. It outlines the development of Tertiary volcanism in the Czech Republic, including its occurrence. The next part defines the list of locations neovulcanites of the Silesia and its petrography. The main part deals with the petrographic characteristics of basalts (from the active quarry Bílčice) and basalts of the other investigated locations. Petrography and chemistry of basalts is focused on the suitability of the raw material for industrial use in the petrurgy. The conclusion includes an evaluation of all examined samples and assessment of the quality of raw materials for the petrographic purposes, mainly for the production of basalt wool and products made from fused basalt.