achondritic

Thân thiện

The scientist examines an achondritic meteorite under bright lights.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Not having a granular structure: Used in geology and materials science to describe rocks or substances that lack a crystalline or granular texture.
   • Of or related to an achondrite: Pertaining to a specific type of stony meteorite that lacks chondrules (small, round granules).

Examples of Usage

• Adjective:
  • The sample was identified as achondritic due to its smooth, non-granular composition.
  • Scientists study achondritic meteorites to understand the early solar system.

Advanced Usage

• Scientific Classification: The term is primarily used in technical contexts for precise classification.
  • The achondritic nature of the rock sample distinguished it from common terrestrial granite.

Variants and Related Words

• Achondrite (n): A stony meteorite without chondrules.
  • The museum's new acquisition is a rare achondrite from Mars.

Synonyms

• Non-granular: Lacking a granular structure.
• Chondrule-free: Specifically lacking chondrules (in meteoritics).

Học thuật

Adjective

1. not having a granular structure
2. of or related to an achondrite