Meaning Of The Word Mafic

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mafic in American English
of or pertaining to igneous rocks that are rich in dark-colored minerals and that contain magnesium and iron and a comparatively low level of silica
adjective: of or pertaining to rocks rich in dark, ferromagnesian minerals

mafic in British English
adjective: relating to igneous rocks or silicate minerals
noun: a collective term for minerals present in igneous rock

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