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Formation of Gabbro

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Formation

Formation

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

Composition

Mineral Content

Augite, Olivine, Plagioclase, Pyroxene

Compound Content

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

Transformation

Metamorphism

97% - Igneous Rocks Rocks have it !

Types of Metamorphism

Impact Metamorphism

Weathering

99% - Igneous Rocks Rocks have it !

Types of Weathering

Chemical Weathering

Erosion

92% - Igneous Rocks Rocks have it !

Types of Erosion

Coastal Erosion

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:

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

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