felsic

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Enriched in minerals predominantly composed of the lighter elements such as silicon, oxygen, aluminium, sodium, and potassium.
noun
  1. A rock with such properties.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

felsic more felsic most felsic felsics

Etymology

Blend of feldspar + silica, + -ic.

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