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Amphibolite
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It is a metamorphic magnesium rich rock because it is composed of the mineral talc
USA
Unknown
From 17th century, because of its greasy feel and use like a soap
Metamorphic Rocks
Durable Rock, Soft Rock
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Fine Grained Rock, Opaque Rock
 
Amphibolite can be defined as a granular metamorphic rock which mainly consist of hornblende and plagioclase
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Alexandre Brongniart
From Amphibole + -ite
Metamorphic Rocks
Durable Rock, Hard Rock
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Coarse Grained Rock, Medium Grained Rock, Opaque Rock