Pleiocasio

Meaning of the word

Pleiocasium is a term used in mineralogy to describe a type of crystal that has multiple growth orientations. These crystals have an irregular shape and are composed of different faces and angles.

Origin of the word

The word “pleiocasium” originates in the ancient Greek, being formed by the junction of the terms “pleio” (many) and “kasis” (which means division). This combination of words represents the main feature of this type of crystal, which is the presence of multiple divisions and guidelines.

Adverbs of the word
– Pleep

Conjunctions of the word

– And, but, however, however,

synonyms of the word
– polycrystalline, polycrystalline crystal, granulated crystal

Definitions of the Word

In mineralogy, crystal with multiple growth guidelines.

Irregular crystalline formation composed of different faces and angles.

Phrases that the word applies

Mineral presents a characteristic pleiocasium.
Pleoiocasia are common in certain rocks.
Microscopic analysis revealed the presence of pleiocasia in the mineral.

Examples of the word in text

igneous rocks, such as granite, often have pleiocasia in their composition.

The study of pleiocasia is important to understand the formation and evolution of rocks.

The presence of pleiocasia can influence the physical and chemical properties of minerals.

Rhymes with the word
– Space, palace, arm, bow, trace

anagrams with the word
– Cepolisia, Epyllastic, Spoliáci