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Pyrolite logo #10101) Igneous rock 2) Scientific modeling
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Pyrolite

Pyrolite logo #21000 Pyrolite is a theoretical rock considered to be the best approximation of the composition of Earth`s upper mantle. The definition varies, but it is generally considered as being 1 part tholeiitic basalt and 3 parts dunite. If fused experimentally, this mix yields high pressure tholeiitic basaltic melts, and intermediate pressure alkaline basalts.....
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pyrolite

pyrolite logo #21003rock consisting of about three parts peridotite and one part basalt. The name was coined to explain the chemical and mineralogic composition of the ...
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