Metasomatism

Noun

Word Frequency: 0.1

Definitions

1.NounThe process by which the bulk chemical composition of a rock is changed by the introduction of components from an external source, especially by a hydrothermal fluid.

Synonyms

ultrametamorphism mobilization propylitization zone melting metalation exsolution differentiation transmutation phreatomagmatism thermoclasty metallification smelting

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