Volcanization
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌvɒlkənaɪˈzeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Volcanization is a noun meaning The process of undergoing volcanic activity and being affected by it.
Meaning
The process of undergoing volcanic activity and being affected by it.
More Meanings
- volcanic activity.
Example Sentences
These particulars are the more deserving of attention, because the Alps have been very generally supposed to be destitute of all traces of volcanization.
Previous to 1759 it appears that theplain from which Jorullo now rises, presented traces of former volcanization; its soil being composed of tufa; and the neighbouring mountains consisting of trachyte and basalt.
Though they were anciently known to be volcanic,and therefore called vulcanian, it is only in modern times that their volcanization has been considered as an interesting object of the researches of the philosopher, who labours to promote the knowledge of nature.
Word Forms
- volcanizations
- volcanisation
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include volcanisation, vulcanization, vulcanisation, torrefaction, volatization, devulcanization.
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