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tephrite
A group of extrusive rocks, of basaltic character, primarily composed of calcic plagioclase, augite, and nepheline or leucite as the main feldspathoids, with accessory alkali feldspar; also, any member of that group; the extrusive equivalent of theralite. With the addition of olivine, the rock would be called a basanite.
- Μέρος του λόγου: noun
- Κλάδος/Τομέας: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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- ed.young
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