Silicate inclusions in a chromitite in Matsitama area, Northeastern Botswana

Abstract

This study shows Silicate inclusions (SIs) observed in a chromitite in northeastern part of Botswana. The chromitite is mainly composed of chromite and chlorite. Texture relationship shows that the chromite aggregate is altered by later hydrothermal fluid which led to form chlorite. Chemical compositions of chromite have chemical zoning. SIs are mainly amphibole and talc. Compared with previous researches, these minerals are typical for inclusions in chromitite.