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picrite basalt
Olivine-rich basalt, as formed by the settling of olivine in thick flows and sills. Commonly contains 50% or more olivine.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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