Geology of Hong Kong

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The geology of Hong Kong is dominated by Mesozoic volanic and granitic rocks, which make up about 85% of the total land area. The remaining area is underlain by Paleozoic meta-sedimentary rocks, Mesozoic to Cenozoic sedimentary rocks and superficial deposits.[1]

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  1. ^ R.J. Sewell, S.D.G. Campbell, C.J.N. Fletcher, K.W. Lai & P.A. Kirk (2000). The Pre-Quaternary Geology of Hong Kong. Government of Hong Kong SAR. ISBN 9620202996. 

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