Manana Kavsadze, Giorgi Vashakidze, Ketevan Gabarashvili, Tamar Beridze, Koba Lobzhanidze, Vakhtang Gabunia

INTRFLOW VARIEGATED HORIZONS OF THE JAVAKHETI VOLCANIC PROVINCE

Introduction

Intrflow variegated horizons of the javakheti volcanic province. Explore the variegated interflow horizons of Georgia's Javakheti Volcanic Province. This pioneering study identifies boluses at multiple locations for the first time.

Abstract

The article presents a brief description of interflow horizons from several locations of Javakheti - the villages Khertvisi, Toloshi, Khando, Kilda, Gelsunda and Akhalkalaki, which is rela­ted to the issue of boluses identification. This event was studied for the first time in Georgia by the group of the article authors.

Review

The manuscript, "INTRFLOW VARIEGATED HORIZONS OF THE JAVAKHETI VOLCANIC PROVINCE," presents a descriptive study of interflow horizons within the Javakheti Volcanic Province of Georgia. The authors specify several locations of interest, namely Khertvisi, Toloshi, Khando, Kilda, Gelsunda, and Akhalkalaki, and state that their work is related to the issue of "boluses identification." A notable claim is that this particular "event" has been studied for the first time in Georgia by the present author group, suggesting a potential regional novelty for the research. While addressing a regionally specific geological topic within the Javakheti Volcanic Province, which may be understudied, the abstract provides very limited detail on the actual scope and scientific approach of the work. The primary concern lies with the lack of definition or context for "boluses identification"; this key term is introduced without explanation, making it impossible to understand the specific geological features or processes being investigated. Furthermore, the description of the study as merely a "brief description" without any mention of methodologies employed (e.g., field observations, laboratory analyses like petrography or geochemistry, stratigraphic measurements) significantly hinders the assessment of the scientific rigor and depth of the research. Based solely on the abstract provided, it is difficult to determine the scientific merit and potential impact of this manuscript. For the work to be considered for publication and to contribute meaningfully to the field, the full paper would need to clearly define its objectives, elaborate extensively on the methodologies used for studying both the interflow horizons and the "boluses," and present specific findings with supporting data and interpretations. A more comprehensive abstract that succinctly outlines the key findings and their geological significance would be crucial to convey the paper's contribution effectively to the scientific community.

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