Which of the following types of igneous rocks are rarely found as lavas?
A)felsic
B)intermediate
C)mafic
D)ultramafic

Name: Which of the following types of igneous rocks are rarely found as lavas? A)felsic B)intermediate C)mafic D)ultramafic
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Ultramafic rocks are rarely found as lavas because their high magnesium and iron content makes them have a very high melting point, which means they are more commonly found in the Earth's mantle rather than as surface lava flows.

Which of the Following Types of Igneous Rocks Are Rarely