Explain why the Composition of the Plagioclase Feldspar may vary within an Intrusion.

Ca plagioclase forms early meaning that it settles down through the magma body and forms in the lower part of the intrusion and solidifies. Na rich plagioclase forms later so is only present in the middle and upper parts of the intrusion – the part of the intrusion which solidifies last. 

AG
Answered by Arthur G. Geology tutor

4125 Views

See similar Geology A Level tutors

Related Geology A Level answers

All answers ▸

What are some hypotheses to explain the Permo-Triassic mass extinction? (when 95% of marine invertebrates and 77% of land species became extinct)


What is the difference between a Normal Fault, a Reverse Fault, and a Strike-Slip Fault?


Define the Principle of Original Horizontality


How do anticline and syncline folds differ?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning