Naphthogenesis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Naphthogenesis is a noun meaning (geology) The genesis of petroleum, natural gas etc.
Meaning
(geology) The genesis of petroleum, natural gas etc.
Example Sentences
As far as naphthogenesis is concerned, this hypothesis offers a reasonable explanation on how the first petroleum could have originated.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include nucleogenesis, nephelinization, nucleation, nematogenesis, noegenesis, naevogenesis.
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