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National Science Foundation

Oldest Known Rock on Earth Discovered (2 of 2)

Caption: Earth's oldest known rock is composed of the mineral amphibole, which contains abundant garnet, seen as large round "spots" in the rock.

Credit: Jonathan O'Neil

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