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You can read the full article here- https://shorturl.at/mePLj The Francoeur 3 Deposit, located in Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, is a classic example of a disseminated shear zone-hosted mesothermal gold deposit. This deposit type is known for forming under moderate temperatures and pressures, often associated with major structural zones. The Francoeur 3 deposit is situated in the Archean Abitibi Greenstone Belt, which hosts some of the world's largest gold camps. The geological setting involves intense deformation and the development of quartz-carbonate veins, which are key conduits for gold mineralization. Alteration patterns observed in the Francoeur 3 deposit include extensive carbonate alteration and silicification, which are closely linked to the hydrothermal fluids responsible for gold deposition. Chlorite and sericite are also prominent alteration minerals. These patterns are vital for understanding both the timing and location of gold deposition within the deposit. Studying such deposits helps in comprehending broader regional mineralization trends in the Abitibi Belt, offering valuable insights for future exploration efforts. P. Geo. Ricardo A Valls, M. Sc. and Geo Gadfly Valls Geoconsultant ORCID ID- https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5421-0914 Scopus Author ID: 7003369619/35335510700 ResearcherID: S-6604-2018 If you like this content, please "buy me a coffee" https://www.buymeacoffee.com/goldendroplets