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rhyolite

/raɪˈɒlaɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does rhyolite mean?

noun

A type of volcanic rock that is light in color and has a porphyritic texture, typically with large crystals of feldspar and quartz. It is often found in areas where there has been explosive volcanic activity.

Example

"The geologist studied the unique properties of the rhyolite rock formation in the national park."

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