Magmatic activity

Geological map showing the Gangdese batholith, which is a product of magmatic activity about 100 million years ago.

In geology magmatic activity or igneous activity is the production, intrusion and extrusion of magma or lava. Evidence for magmatic activity is usually found in the form of igneous rocks – rocks that have formed from magma.

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