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Igneous rocks that crystallize from magma and are composed almost entirely of quartz and feldspars have a _________.
Igneous rocks that crystallize from magma and are composed almost entirely of quartz and feldspars have a _________.
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Quartz + Feldspar = Granitic composition.
Updated On: Jun 16, 2025
- Granitic composition
- Ultramafic composition
- Andesitic composition
- Basaltic composition
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Igneous rocks rich in quartz and feldspars are categorized as having granitic composition, typical of intrusive igneous rocks like granite.
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