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Karne Hittin Geological Park Authors: Shimon Ilani, Tsevi Minster
The volcano Karne Hittin, erupted 4 - 4 5 million years ago.
In the exposed area we may observe marine sedimentary rocks, various
volcanic rocks and evidence for faulting. Four basalt flows as well as rocks comprising volcanic particles can be recognized. The exposed rock types, according to their order of emplacement are:marine limestone, reddish soil, pyroclastic rock and basalt flow.