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单词 polymict
释义

Definition of polymict in English:

polymict

adjective ˈpɒlɪmɪkt
Geology
  • (of a conglomerate) consisting of fragments of several different rock types.

    〔地质〕(砾岩)含复矿碎屑的

    polymict eucrites
    Example sentencesExamples
    • Most bodies consist of monomict gabbro breccia resting directly on polymict conglomerate.
    • The landslide rests on a polymict conglomerate and the lower 2 m of the landslide is intensely brecciated.
    • In summary, the Cranford Limestone Formation is a poorly sorted polymict conglomerate with a predominantly carbonate matrix.
    • They consist of unconsolidated polymict breccias with angular fragments up to 2 m in diameter, within a sandy matrix, which shows poorly developed flow-parallel bedding.
    • The Psammite Zone is characterized by metamorphosed feldspathic arenites with some shales, lithic arenites and rare polymict conglomerates.

Origin

1950s: from poly- 'much' + Greek miktos 'mixed'.

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