n.玄武岩(火山岩，深色)

原形：basalt复数：basalts

Basalt is a common igneous rock formed from the rapid cooling of lava on Earth's surface.
岩浆岩中的玄武岩是在地球表面快速冷却时形成的常见岩石。
The basalt columns in Giant's Causeway, Ireland, are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
爱尔兰巨人之路的玄武岩柱是联合国教科文组织世界遗产地。
The basalt formations on Mars hint at ancient volcanic activity on the red planet.
火星上的玄武岩构造暗示了这颗红色星球上曾经的火山活动。
Basalt lava can create unique textures and patterns when it cools and solidifies.
当玄武岩熔岩冷却并固化时，会形成独特的纹理和图案。
Geologists study basalt to understand plate tectonics and the formation of the Earth's crust.
地质学家通过研究玄武岩来理解板块构造和地壳的形成。
Basalt is often used as a material for road construction due to its durability and resistance to weathering.
玄武岩常被用作道路建设材料，因其耐久性和抗风化性能。
Volcanic eruptions can produce immense flows of basalt, sometimes covering vast areas.
火山喷发会产生大量的玄武岩流，有时会覆盖广阔的区域。
Basalt is rich in iron and magnesium, making it an essential component in the production of steel.
玄武岩富含铁和镁，是钢铁生产的重要成分。
The basalt shield volcanoes in Hawaii have gentle slopes and produce lava flows that travel long distances.
夏威夷的盾状火山坡度平缓，产生的熔岩流能流动很长的距离。
Basalt is a popular choice for artificial reefs, providing a habitat for marine life in coastal areas.
玄武岩是人造礁石的常用材料，为沿海地区的海洋生物提供栖息地。