Paragenesis

noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An ordered chronological sequence of mineral formations. countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    The formation of minerals in contact, so as to affect one another's development. countable, uncountable
  3. 3
    Hybridism. countable, uncountable

Etymology

From para- + -genesis.

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