Formation of Gabbro

Gabbro

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1 Formation

1.1 Formation

Gabbro, a mafic rock, forms due to cooling and crystallization of magma underneath Earth's surface.

1.2 Composition

1.2.1 Mineral Content

Augite, Olivine, Plagioclase, Pyroxene

1.2.2 Compound Content

Aluminium Oxide, CaO, Chromium(III) Oxide, Iron(III) Oxide, Potassium Oxide, MgO, Sodium Oxide, Silicon Dioxide, Sulfur Trioxide

1.3 Transformation

1.3.1 Metamorphism

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1.3.2 Types of Metamorphism

Impact Metamorphism

1.3.3 Weathering

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1.3.4 Types of Weathering

Chemical Weathering

1.3.5 Erosion

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1.3.6 Types of Erosion

Coastal Erosion

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Gabbro Formation

Gabbro formation took place millions of years ago. There are a variety of Gabbro Uses and the Gabbro 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 Gabbro is explained below: