Vitrophyre
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈvɪtɹəfaɪə(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Vitrophyre is a noun meaning A porphyritic variety of volcanic glass.
Meaning
A porphyritic variety of volcanic glass.
Example Sentences
The compositions of felsites and vitrophyres are similar but felsites have higher K/Na ratios than their corresponding vitrophyres.
Word Forms
- vitrophyres
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include feldsparphyre, porphyre, porphyrite, vitrum, vitrite, porphyry.
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