The recent article of Loreto et al. (2021) reported new stratigraphic and structural data of the Tyrrhenian backarc basin and used them to propose a new model of crustal architecture of the basin including oceanic sectors. However, we want to open a discussion on the inconsistencies between the interpreted tectonic structures, as well as the age of faults and the data observations. In particular, data analyses and interpretations of the authors do not fully support the structural and isopach maps and models presented. Furthermore, the authors have not discussed previous published data/interpretations on timing and structural style of the rifting of the region.

Comment on Loreto et al., 2021: “Extensional tectonics during the Tyrrhenian back-arc basin formation and a new morpho-tectonic map”

Torrente M. M.
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2023-01-01

Abstract

The recent article of Loreto et al. (2021) reported new stratigraphic and structural data of the Tyrrhenian backarc basin and used them to propose a new model of crustal architecture of the basin including oceanic sectors. However, we want to open a discussion on the inconsistencies between the interpreted tectonic structures, as well as the age of faults and the data observations. In particular, data analyses and interpretations of the authors do not fully support the structural and isopach maps and models presented. Furthermore, the authors have not discussed previous published data/interpretations on timing and structural style of the rifting of the region.
2023
backarc basin
normal fault
Tyrrhenian Sea
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