Komatiite Komatiites are rare ultramafic volcanic rocks. This sample displays the characteristic "spinifex texture" defined by extremely acicular olivine phenocrysts--probably a sign of rapid crystallization from a significantly-undercooled magma. |
UNC sample CAN-? | |
Rock type komatiite | ||
Locality Canada | ||
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