Bowen's Reaction Series Flashcard

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What are the main components of granite?

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The main components of granite are quartz, feldspar (both Na-feldspar and K-feldspar), and mica (biotite and muscovite).

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What type of rock is komatiite classified as?

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Komatiite is classified as an ultramafic igneous rock.

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What is the continuous series in Bowen's Reaction Series?

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The continuous series in Bowen's Reaction Series refers to the gradual change in composition of plagioclase feldspar from calcium-rich to sodium-rich.

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What mineral is NOT part of Bowen's Reaction Series?

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Calcite is NOT part of Bowen's Reaction Series.

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At what temperature does olivine typically begin to crystallize?

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Olivine typically begins to crystallize at approximately 1400°C.

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What is Bowen's Reaction Series?

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Bowen's Reaction Series is a conceptual model that describes the sequence of mineral crystallization from cooling magma.

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What is the significance of the discontinuous series in Bowen's Reaction Series?

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The discontinuous series illustrates the crystallization of different minerals at specific temperature ranges, showing how minerals like olivine, pyroxene, and amphibole form.

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What type of feldspar is formed at higher temperatures in the continuous series?

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Calcium-rich plagioclase feldspar is formed at higher temperatures in the continuous series.

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How does the composition of magma affect the minerals that crystallize?

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The composition of magma affects the minerals that crystallize by determining the temperature and pressure conditions, which influence the stability of different minerals.

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What is the role of temperature in the crystallization of minerals?

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Temperature plays a crucial role in the crystallization of minerals, as different minerals crystallize at different temperatures during the cooling of magma.