pseudomorphous in a sentence
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Definition
PSEUDOMORPHOUS: exhibiting a form or structure that has replaced another mineral or substance while retaining the original's outward appearance.
Crossword clues for pseudomorphous
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "pseudomorphous".
- Having a false form of another substance.
- Resembling another mineral in structure.
- Displaying a deceptive external appearance.
- Showing altered mineral characteristics.
- Mimicking the shape of a different substance.
Pseudomorphous sentence examples
- The mineral exhibited a pseudomorphous structure, resembling a more common substance.
- In geology, pseudomorphous formations can provide clues about the conditions under which they were created.
- The artist's use of pseudomorphous elements in the sculpture added an intriguing layer of meaning.
- Understanding pseudomorphous transformations can help researchers identify the original minerals involved.
- The gemstone appeared pseudomorphous, leading gemologists to speculate about its complex formation history.