Chondroditic

/ˌkɒndrəˈdɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or containing chondrodite, or having the characteristics of the mineral chondrodite.

Etymology

Derived from 'chondrodite' + the adjective suffix '-ic', meaning 'of or pertaining to,' following standard mineralogical nomenclature practices.

Kelly Says

When geologists find rocks with chondroditic minerals, they can tell stories about extreme heat and pressure deep underground that created these special crystals over millions of years.

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