diaclasis

daɪˈækleɪsɪs

Definitions

1. noun

A type of metamorphic foliation in rocks, characterized by the alignment of minerals in a particular direction.

“The geologist studied the diaclasis patterns in the marble sample to understand its formation process.”

Synonyms

  • foliation
  • metamorphic texture

Antonyms

  • randomness
  • uncertainty