dacite

/dæˈsaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A dark-colored, fine-grained to porphyritic igneous rock that is rich in plagioclase feldspar and pyroxene, typically occurring as a lava or ejected fragment.

“The geologist studied the dacite formations in the volcanic region.”

Synonyms

  • andesite
  • diorite

Antonyms

  • feldspar
  • silicate