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Pumice typically has a porous, lightweight structure formed from volcanic lava that cools rapidly, trapping gas bubbles. It doesn't have distinct "layers" like sedimentary rocks; instead, it is characterized by its frothy texture. The appearance can vary, but it generally consists of a single, uniform mass of volcanic glass with numerous tiny voids.

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