Phenocryst
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Phenocryst is a noun meaning (mineralogy) Any relatively large crystal embedded in a more fine-grained or glassy igneous rock.
Meaning
(mineralogy) Any relatively large crystal embedded in a more fine-grained or glassy igneous rock.
Example Sentences
Some of the feldspar phenocrysts are more than 1 cm long, but most are less than 5 mm.
Word Forms
- phenocrysts
Synonyms for phenocryst
Depending on context, synonyms include phenocrystal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include olivine, phenocrystal, microphenocryst, xenocryst, megacryst, brotocrystal.
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