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    Mafic Rocks Have Silica Contents of ________ and Are Mainly
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Mafic Rocks Have Silica Contents of ________ and Are Mainly

Question 45

Question 45

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Mafic rocks have silica contents of ________ and are mainly composed of ________.


A) under 40%, olivine and pyroxene
B) around 50%, pyroxene and plagioclase feldspar
C) up to 70% quartz and feldspar
D) more than 85%, potassium rich feldspars and micas

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