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dacitic (adjective)

Definition: Referring to or characteristic of dacite, a type of volcanic rock that contains a high percentage of plagioclase feldspar and quartz.

Sense 1:

Example sentence 1: The dacitic volcano erupted violently, blanketing the surrounding area with ash and pumice.

Example sentence 2: Geologists study dacitic formations to gain insights into past volcanic activity.

Sense 2:

Example sentence 1: The dacitic texture of the rock is characterized by its fine-grained appearance.

Example sentence 2: The dacitic composition of the mineral specimens makes them highly valued by collectors.

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