Figure F5. Equigranular granular texture and strong foliation defined by both plagioclase (Pl) and clinopyroxene (Cpx) in olivine (Ol)-bearing gabbro, Unit I (Sample 345-U1415J-3R-1, 22–24 cm [Piece 6]; Interval 6). Note the presence of twinning in clinopyroxene. A. Core close-up. B. Plane-polarized light. C. Under crossed polars.
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