Plagioclastic (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to plagioclase.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The geologist studied the plagioclastic minerals in the rock sample to determine its composition.
- Plagioclastic feldspar is a common mineral found in igneous rocks.
- The plagioclastic texture of the granite was a key indicator of its origin.
- The researcher analyzed the plagioclastic crystals in the meteorite to understand its formation.
- The plagioclastic minerals in the basalt were rich in calcium and aluminum.