Phonolite
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfoʊ.nəˌlaɪt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Phonolite is a noun meaning (mineralogy) A light-coloured rock of volcanic origin composed mostly of alkali feldspars.
Meaning
(mineralogy) A light-coloured rock of volcanic origin composed mostly of alkali feldspars.
Example Sentences
The Lomekwi tools are far larger and are made of basalt and phonolite—rocks that are denser than the quartz and quartzite rocks the capuchins use.
Word Forms
- phonolites
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lepidolite, pholerite, sonolite, felsite, polylithionite, foidite.
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