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SITE SUMMARIES (continued)
Site: MAR-ALT1S
Priority: Alternate
Position: 15.1167°N, 45.2667°W
Water Depth: 1650 mbsl (1661 mbrf)
Target Drilling Depth: 300 mbsf
Approved Maximum Penetration: 300 mbsf
Survey Coverage: None
Objective: Shallowest point in the region. Four dredge hauls from all sides of this mountain recovered peridotite. Part of the transverse ridge mountains, with a fairly flat top, it has the potential to be similar to Site 735, but for mantle drilling.
Drilling Program: Single bit penetration as deep as possible or 300 mbsf.
Logging Program: Two logging runs, triple combo and FMS-sonic if hole conditions permit.
Nature of Rock Anticipated: Serpentinized peridotite.
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