Basalt Is the Fine-Grained Equivalent of Gabbro

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Basalt is the fine-grained equivalent of gabbro.

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Definitions:

Gram Positive

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Gram Staining

A laboratory technique used to classify bacteria into two groups (Gram-positive and Gram-negative) based on the biochemical properties of their cell walls.

Microorganisms

Microscopic entities, including bacteria and viruses, that may cause infectious diseases but also play essential roles in ecosystems.

Ictotest

A diagnostic test used specifically for detecting the presence of bilirubin in urine, which can indicate liver damage or disease.