silicic

UK
/sɪˈlɪs.ɪk/
US
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silicicadjective
UK
/sɪˈlɪs.ɪk/
US
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Relational adjective describing silica-rich substances; generally not used in comparative or superlative forms.
Traduzioni
siliciqueTerme de géologie et de minéralogie.
The geologist examined the silicic rock formations to understand the volcanic activity in the region.
Le géologue a examiné les formations rocheuses silicique pour comprendre l'activité volcanique de la région.
Traduzioni aggiuntive
siliceuxPlus courant pour des roches ou minéraux riches en silice.
Definizioni
Relating to or containing silica or silicon, especially in reference to rocks or minerals that have a high silica content.
The geologist examined the silicic rock formations to understand the volcanic activity in the region.
Of igneous rocks: having a high silica content, typically more than about 63 percent by weight.
Granites and rhyolites are classified as silicic rocks because of their high silica content.