dolerite

Meanings

• noun

  A type of intrusive igneous rock, rich in feldspar and mafic minerals, formed from the cooling and solidification of magma within the Earth's crust.

  - "The mountain range is composed mainly of dolerite."
  - "Geologists use the study of dolerite to understand the geological history of an area."

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Synonyms

diabase

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Variants

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dolerite , dolerites , doleritic

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Etymology

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From the Greek word ‘dolichos’ meaning ‘long’ and ‘lithos’ meaning ‘stone’. The name refers to the long, columnar structures often formed by the cooling and solidification of this rock.

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Trivia

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1. Dolerite is often used in the construction industry due to its strength and durability.

2. The unique columnar structures formed by dolerite are often used as tourist attractions.

3. Dolerite is also known as 'diabase' in some regions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Intrusive igneous rock: A type of igneous rock that forms when magma cools and solidifies within the Earth's crust, intruding into pre-existing rock formations.

2. Mafic minerals: Minerals that are rich in magnesium and iron, such as olivine and pyroxene.

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Culture

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In literature, dolerite has been used as a symbol of strength and endurance due to its hardness and durability. In art, it has been used for sculpture and architecture due to its unique properties.

How to Memorize "dolerite"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a solid, dark-colored rock with long, columnar structures.
   - Visualize the process of magma cooling and solidifying to form dolerite.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dolerite' with the image of a strong, enduring rock.
   - Think of the unique, columnar structures often formed by this rock.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by associating the word 'dolerite' with the phrase 'long, strong stone'.

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