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Formation of Gabbro



Formation
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Formation
Gabbro, a mafic rock, forms due to cooling and crystallization of magma underneath Earth's surface. 0

Composition
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Mineral Content
Augite, Olivine, Plagioclase, Pyroxene 0

Compound Content
Aluminium Oxide, CaO, Chromium(III) Oxide, Iron(III) Oxide, Potassium Oxide, MgO, Sodium Oxide, Silicon Dioxide, Sulfur Trioxide 0

Transformation
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Metamorphism
Yes 0

Types of Metamorphism
Impact Metamorphism 0

Weathering
Yes 0

Types of Weathering
Chemical Weathering 0

Erosion
Yes 0

Types of Erosion
Coastal Erosion 0

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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:

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

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