Arkose
Translation of "arkose" into Russian
arkose
NounUK
/ˈɑːkəʊz/
US
/ˈɑrkoʊz/
arkose
arkoses pl
The geologist examined the arkose to determine its mineral composition.
Геолог изучил аркоз, чтобы определить его минеральный состав.
Definitions
arkose
NounUK
/ˈɑːkəʊz/
US
/ˈɑrkoʊz/
A type of sandstone containing at least 25% feldspar, typically derived from the weathering and erosion of granitic rocks.
The geologist identified the rock sample as arkose due to its high feldspar content.
arkose
AdjectiveUK
/ˈɑːkəʊz/
US
/ˈɑrkoʊz/
Relating to, consisting of, or characteristic of arkose sandstone.
The arkose layers in the cliff indicate rapid erosion of a granitic source area.