felsitic (Meaning)
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felsitic (a.)
relating to, composed of, or containing, felsite.
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relating to, composed of, or containing, felsite.
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The felsitic rock displayed a fine-grained texture, composed of tiny crystals that were not visible to the naked eye.
Geologists marveled at the felsitic texture of the ancient lava flow, which had cooled rapidly, resulting in the formation of tiny, interlocking crystals.
The felsitic groundmass of the igneous rock provided a uniform backdrop for the larger, more visible crystals, known as phenocrysts.
The felsitic volcanic ash, formed from the explosive eruption of a volcano, blanketed the surrounding landscape, creating a layer of fine-grained material.