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... rock , which is partially covered by a thin sedimentary layer . This complex consists of a varied lithology , including migmatites and other metamorphic rocks , granito - gneissic complexes , and partially metamor- phosed sedimentary rocks ...
... rock , which is partially covered by a thin sedimentary layer . This complex consists of a varied lithology , including migmatites and other metamorphic rocks , granito - gneissic complexes , and partially metamor- phosed sedimentary rocks ...
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... sedimentary rocks in the original makeup of the Canadian Shield . The general validity of these abundance figures for metamorphic rocks has been confirmed by a similar study of the average composition of metamorphic rocks in the former ...
... sedimentary rocks in the original makeup of the Canadian Shield . The general validity of these abundance figures for metamorphic rocks has been confirmed by a similar study of the average composition of metamorphic rocks in the former ...
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... sedimentary minerals ; soluble ions , especially sodium , are added to the hydrosphere . Processes involving living organisms are intimately associated with sedimentation ; indeed , some abundant and widespread sedimentary rocks , such ...
... sedimentary minerals ; soluble ions , especially sodium , are added to the hydrosphere . Processes involving living organisms are intimately associated with sedimentation ; indeed , some abundant and widespread sedimentary rocks , such ...
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