NewzThe International Union of Geological Sciences (IUGS) has officially designated volcanic basalt from Saudi Arabia’s harrats, or lava fields, as an internationally recognized heritage stone. This decision follows a formal nomination submitted by the Saudi Geological Survey (SGS) and marks the first time a geological feature from the Kingdom has received this global recognition.
The designation serves as a validation of the extensive scientific research and documentation conducted by the SGS regarding the region's volcanic landscape. The recognition highlights the geological significance of the Saudi Arabian lava fields on an international scale.
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