Protolith
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈpɹoʊ.təˌlɪθ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Protolith is a noun meaning (geology) The original precursor of any specified metamorphic rock.
Meaning
(geology) The original precursor of any specified metamorphic rock.
Word Forms
- protoliths
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include allothiomorph, xenolith, autolith, protogine, porphyroblast, metapelite.
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