Formation of Adakite

Adakite

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1 Formation

1.1 Formation

Adakite rocks are formed when the hydrous fluids are released from minerals that break down in metamorphosed basalt, and rise into the mantle they initiate partial melting.

1.2 Composition

1.2.1 Mineral Content

Olivine, Plagioclase, Pyroxene

1.2.2 Compound Content

Aluminium Oxide, MgO, Silicon Dioxide

1.3 Transformation

1.3.1 Metamorphism

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1.3.2 Types of Metamorphism

Cataclastic Metamorphism, Contact Metamorphism, Impact Metamorphism, Regional Metamorphism

1.3.3 Weathering

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1.3.4 Types of Weathering

Chemical Weathering, Mechanical Weathering

1.3.5 Erosion

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1.3.6 Types of Erosion

Coastal Erosion, Sea Erosion, Water Erosion

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Adakite Formation

Adakite formation took place millions of years ago. There are a variety of Adakite Uses and the Adakite Reserves are found in many countries around the world. The rocks in the earth’s crust continuously undergo changes in their composition which leads to formation of other rocks. Each rock has a unique formation process. Formation of Adakite is explained below:

Adakite rocks are formed when the hydrous fluids are released from minerals that break down in metamorphosed basalt, and rise into the mantle they initiate partial melting.

Along with Adakite Formation, also learn about Adakite composition and transformation in the next section.