dacitic (Meaning)
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dacitic (a)
relating to or consisting of dacite
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dacitic Sentence Examples
- Dacitic magma is characterized by its intermediate silica content, between that of basaltic and rhyolitic magma.
- The dacitic lava flow from the volcano created a rugged landscape of sharp ridges and steep cliffs.
- Dacitic rocks often contain minerals such as plagioclase feldspar, quartz, and biotite or hornblende.
- Geologists study the composition and texture of dacitic rocks to understand past volcanic activity.
- The dacitic ash and pyroclastic material ejected during the eruption covered the surrounding landscape.
- Dacitic magma is less fluid than basaltic magma but more fluid than rhyolitic magma.
- The viscosity of dacitic lava can lead to explosive eruptions as gases become trapped within the magma.
- Dacitic volcanoes are commonly found in volcanic arcs, subduction zones, and continental rifts.
- The formation of dacitic rocks occurs through the cooling and solidification of dacitic magma deep within the Earth's crust.
- Dacitic lavas can exhibit a variety of textures, from smooth and glassy to rough and vesicular, depending on factors such as cooling rate and gas content.
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relating to or consisting of dacite
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Dacitic magma is characterized by its intermediate silica content, between that of basaltic and rhyolitic magma.
The dacitic lava flow from the volcano created a rugged landscape of sharp ridges and steep cliffs.
Dacitic rocks often contain minerals such as plagioclase feldspar, quartz, and biotite or hornblende.
Geologists study the composition and texture of dacitic rocks to understand past volcanic activity.
