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Subangular

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Translation of "subangular" into Russian

subangular
Adjective
raiting
UK
/sʌbˈæŋɡjʊlə/
US
/sʌbˈæŋɡjələr/
subangular
more subangular Comp.
most subangular Super.
The geologist noted the subangular shape of the rock fragments.
Геолог отметил субангулярную форму обломков породы.

Definitions

subangular
Adjective
raiting
UK
/sʌbˈæŋɡjʊlə/
US
/sʌbˈæŋɡjələr/
Having somewhat angular or not completely rounded edges or corners.
The geologist noted that the subangular rocks indicated a moderate level of erosion.
Describing sedimentary particles whose edges are still sharp but have begun to show signs of rounding through abrasion.
Under the microscope the sand grains appeared subangular, suggesting limited transport distance.

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