7Rock formation
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The Island of Elba is predominantly a rock formation. The rocks were once a part of the seafloor of the ancient Tethyan region. The rocks have been through the Apennine orogeny and the Alpine orogeny. These orogenies lead to the formation of iron-rich minerals like ilvaite. Elba is very rich in iron ores. The granite from Elba was used in building structures like the Cathedral in Pisa and the Pantheon. Click the next ARROW to see the next photo!
