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pegmatite

/ˈpɛɡmətaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does pegmatite mean?

noun

A type of coarse-grained igneous rock that forms at high temperatures and pressures, typically containing large crystals of minerals such as quartz, feldspar, and mica.

Example

"The geologist studied the pegmatite formation in the mountain range."

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