syngenesis

/sɪnˈdʒɛnɪsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

the process of forming a mineral deposit from the cooling and solidification of magma or lava, resulting in the formation of a specific mineral composition, often with characteristic textures or structures.

“The geologist studied the syngenesis of the mineral deposits in the ancient volcano to understand the Earth’s geological history.”

Synonyms

  • igneous
  • syngenetic

Antonyms

  • allogenesis
  • epigenetic