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What type of rock is on the top half of Table Mountain?

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The upper part of the mountain mesa consists of Ordovician Quartzitic sandstone, commonly known referred to as Table Mountain Sandstone (TMS).

It is highly resistant to erosion and forms characteristic steep grey crags.

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