Introduction to the volume, and definition and use of the term ‘tectono-sedimentary element’

Abstract The present volume is rooted in a map of sedimentary successions the Arctic Region by Grantz et al. (2011), and contains brief, but comprehensive compilation geological geophysical data characterizing all significant Arctic, which cover 57% polar area north 64°N. Two main goals have been designated: (i) to provide, based on present-day knowledge data, characterization (or accumulations), (ii) supply snapshot hydrocarbon-related exploration at end second decade this millennium. To achieve these goals, we represent as consisting one or several “Tectono-Sedimentary Elements” (TSE). This concept allows delineation, mapping, 9 categories TSEs tectonic regimes that formed accommodation space. A TSE template has developed an efficient method organising presenting most important information about stratigraphy, structure, petroleum geology TSE, including facts. organizational architecture backbone key feature distinguishes it from other similar works basins.