PORPHYRITIC
(adj.)Definitions
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Porphyritic.
Porphyritic - as an adjective
(of rocks) consisting of porphyry or containing large crystals in a fine groundmass of minerals
Example Sentences
"The rock sample has a porphyritic texture with large phenocrysts embedded in a fine-grained matrix."
"The porphyritic granite contains large crystals of feldspar scattered throughout its fine-grained structure."
"The presence of porphyritic textures in this rock suggests a two-stage cooling history."
"The porphyritic basalt exhibits a distinct contrast between the large crystals and the fine-grained groundmass."
"The porphyritic texture of this rock is the result of slow cooling deep within the Earth's crust."
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Is PORPHYRITIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, porphyritic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PORPHYRITIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.
Is PORPHYRITIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, porphyritic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordPORPHYRITIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
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Yes, porphyritic is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPORPHYRITIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 26.