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Definition of mafic

Pertaining to or composed dominantly of the ferromagnesian rock-forming silicates; said of some igneous rocks and their constituent minerals.

Note: According to the IUGS recommendations for igneous rock classification there are no "mafic rocks", only ultramafic rocks.

See Also: mafite

Compare with: basic, felsic

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