albitophyre

ælbɪˈtoʊfaɪər

Definitions

1. noun

A type of feldspathic rock containing albite as the chief mineral component.

“The geologist studied the albitophyre formation in the ancient mountain range.”

Synonyms

  • albite-rich rock
  • feldspar rock

Antonyms

  • quartz-rich rock
  • silicate rock