Aphanite

Translation of "aphanite" into Russian

Noun

aphanite

aphanites pl

The geologist examined the aphanite under the microscope.

Геолог исследовал афанит под микроскопом.

Noun

Aphanite is a type of fine-grained igneous rock in which the individual mineral crystals are too small to be seen with the naked eye.

The geologist identified the rock sample as aphanite due to its fine-grained texture.

Adjective

Relating to or composed of aphanite; having a very fine-grained texture.

The dyke exhibits an aphanite margin around its coarser interior.