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pelitic

/pəˈlɪtɪk/

Translations

peliticadjective

more pelitic

Comp.

most pelitic

Super.

/pəˈlɪtɪk/

The geologist examined the pelitic rocks in the region.

Геолог исследовал пелитовые породы в регионе.

Synonyms

peliticadjective

Relating to or characteristic of clay or mud, especially in reference to sedimentary rocks or soils that are rich in clay minerals.

The pelitic layers in the rock formation indicated a history of sedimentation in a calm, muddy environment.

Composed chiefly of pelite; said of metamorphic rocks derived from aluminous mudstone or shale.

The garnet-bearing schist is highly pelitic in composition.