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ultramafic rocks

    01-Oct-94 11:46:32
Sb: ultramafic rocks
Fm: E. Wayne Titus 73163,270
To: sysop (X)
I am new to geology. Why does ultamafic rock not form from lava flows ? I have a very basic idea of ultamafic rocks, but I am am interested in obtaining a better understanding of this process. ALso, I interested in the iron catastrophe. Particularly in why there are layers of iron at the surface. Thanks for any assistance. Sincerely, Wayne