Sven Gavelin (1909-1991) was Swedish geologist active at Stockholms högskola and the Geological Survey of Sweden. As a geologist he worked chiefly with Precambrian events and rocks.[1] Sven Gavelin made significant contributions to the understanding of the ore deposits of Västerbotten. He investigated the Almesåkra Group as well, along with other topics.
Sven Gavelin | |
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| Born | 31 January 1909 |
| Died | 9 October 1991 (aged 82) |
| Nationality | Swedish |
| Citizenship | Sweden |
| Known for | contributions to Precambrian geology, ore geology and geology of Norrland |
| Father | Axel Gavelin |
| Scientific career | |
| Fields | Geology |
| Institutions | Stockholms högskola Geological Survey of Sweden |
He was the son of Axel Gavelin, who was also a geologist. Sven Gavelin was also a member of the Royal Physiographic Society in Lund and the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences.
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