podolite

/pəˈdoʊlaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of metamorphic rock formed from the alteration of gneiss or other rocks by contact metamorphism.

“The geologist studied the podolite formation in the mountain range.”

Synonyms

  • gneiss
  • metamorphic rock

Antonyms

  • igneous rock
  • sedimentary rock