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Color off basic matic rock is_____________________?
Correct answer: B. Dark colored
- A. Light green
- B. Dark colored
- C. Yellow
- D. Blue
Explanation
Basic, or mafic, rocks contain abundant dark ferromagnesian minerals such as pyroxene and olivine, so they are generally dark colored. Light colors are more typical of acidic or felsic rocks.
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