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The Hamersley Range, located in Western Australia, is primarily composed of banded iron formations (BIF) and other sedimentary rocks. These formations are rich in iron and date back to the Precambrian era, making them some of the oldest rocks on Earth. The region is also known for its significant iron ore deposits, which are vital to the mining industry. Additionally, the range features some other volcanic and metamorphic rocks interspersed within the sedimentary layers.
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Where is the Hamersley Range located?
The Hamersley Range is a mountain range in the Pilbara region of northwest Western Australia.
Why are the Hamersley Ranges called the Hamersley Ranges?
The Hamersley Range was given that name after the sponsor of the first expedition to travel in that are. Francis Gregory was the explorer, and a mineral surveyor, and he was backed with funds by Edward Hamersley, a wealthy pastoralist.
Mt Bruce is part of what mountain range in western Australia?
Hamersley
Which mountain range in Australia produces ores?
The Hamersley Ranges in the Pilbara region of Western Australia.
When was Vernon Hamersley born?
Vernon Hamersley was born in 1871.
When did Vernon Hamersley die?
Vernon Hamersley died in 1946.
When was Hugh Hamersley born?
Hugh Hamersley was born in 1565.
When did Hugh Hamersley die?
Hugh Hamersley died in 1636.
When was Samuel Hamersley born?
Samuel Hamersley was born in 1842.
When did Samuel Hamersley die?
Samuel Hamersley died in 1896.
Where in Australia is The Hammer Slay Ranges mountain?
There is no mountain range called the Hammer Slay Mountain Range in Australia.The Hamersley Range is in far north Western Australia.
Is Wave Rock the largest rock in Western Australia?
No. The largest rock in Australia and the world is Mt Augustus. This is a monocline, or a mountain made of rock, attached to a sheet of rock beneath, which extends for up to hundreds of kilometres. Mt Augustus is larger than Uluru/Ayers Rock.
