Siliceous (Adjective)
Meaning
Relating to or containing or resembling silica; "gritrock is siliceous sandstone".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The rocks found in the area were primarily siliceous in composition, indicating a high concentration of silica.
- Siliceous sandstone formations are common in this region due to the geological history of the area.
- The geologist carefully analyzed the siliceous minerals present in the sample to determine its origin.
- The beach was covered in siliceous shells that had been worn smooth by the constant pounding of the waves.
- The presence of siliceous materials in the soil made it difficult to grow certain types of crops.