Hornfels

Translation of "hornfels" into Russian

Noun

/ˈhɔːn.fɛlz/

/ˈhɔrn.fɛlz/

hornfels / pl

hornfelses pl

Hornfels is a fine-grained metamorphic rock.

Роговик — это мелкозернистая метаморфическая порода.

Noun

/ˈhɔːn.fɛlz/

/ˈhɔrn.fɛlz/

A fine-grained metamorphic rock formed by the contact metamorphism of shale or other clay-rich rocks, characterized by a dense, hard texture.

The geologist identified the rock sample as hornfels due to its dense texture and fine grain.

Adjective

/ˈhɔːn.fɛlz/

/ˈhɔrn.fɛlz/

Relating to, consisting of, or characteristic of hornfels.

The sample shows hornfels texture under the microscope.