chalazoidite

noun

chal·​a·​zoid·​ite
ˈkaləˌzȯiˌdīt
plural -s
: a spherical body formed during some volcanic eruptions by concentric accretion of pumiceous dust upon a pellet of mud blown into the air from the volcano

Word History

Etymology

Greek chalaza hailstone + English -oid + -ite

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“Chalazoidite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chalazoidite. Accessed 5 Dec. 2024.

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