Felsite

Noun

Word Frequency: 0.0

Definitions

1.NounA fine grained volcanic extrusive rock, generally light in color, composed of felsic minerals.

"The buff-colored dacites of the Superstition Mountains are felsites."

2.NounAny light-colored volcanic rock whose true mineralogy is not yet determined.

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