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Peridotite originates from the upper mantle.

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Peridotite is what type texture?

Peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained igneous rock.


Is Peridotite fine or coarse grained?

A peridotite is a dense, coarse-grained igneous rock


What is an example of a ultramafic rock?

peridotite


What is the heaviest rock in the world?

The heaviest rock in the world is thought to be a type of metamorphic rock called peridotite. Peridotite is found in the Earth's mantle and can be denser than other types of rocks due to its high iron and magnesium content.


What metamorphic rock contains rock?

The parent rock of serpentine is called peridotite which is an ultramafic rock


What metamorphic rock contains serpentine?

The parent rock of serpentine is called peridotite which is an ultramafic rock


What is the upper most mantle rock like?

The uppermost mantle rock is Peridotite, which is mostly olivine and pyroxene but varies somewhat in chemical composition. Generally it is a coarse grained greenish rock. The name peridotite is derived from the gemstone peridot, which is pale green olivine.


Is peridotite intrusive or extrusive?

Peridotite is an intrusive igneous rock, meaning it forms below the Earth's surface from the slow cooling of magma. It is primarily composed of olivine and pyroxene minerals, and is commonly found in the upper mantle.


What kind of lava forms a peridotite rock?

None. Ultramafic peridotite is not a volcanic rock (is intrusive). Basalt rock (yes, volcanic) is the efusive equivalent of peridotites. Do you know that beneath peridotite, a rock named kimberlite is found and this is the main source of diamonds, being widely beneficiated in south africa? Good luck with your ultramafic and may be you can find some diamonds too !!


Peridotite is composed almost entirely of dark silicate minerals.?

Peridotite is a coarse-grained, dense igneous rock composed mainly of olivine and pyroxene minerals. It is typically green in color due to the high concentration of olivine. Peridotite is commonly found in the Earth's upper mantle and is important in the formation of oceanic lithosphere.


What are rocks that come from the mantle?

Rocks that come from the mantle are called mantle rocks. These rocks are typically formed deep within the Earth's mantle and can include peridotite, dunite, and eclogite. Mantle rocks are brought to the surface through processes like volcanic eruptions or tectonic movements.


What is the name of the semi-solid rock under the Earth's crust?

Peridotite.