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Paragenesis
Parˊa-gen′e-sis
(părˊȧ-jĕn′ē̍-sĭs)
, Noun.
[Pref.
para-
+ genesis
.] 1.
(Min.)
The science which treats of minerals with special reference to their origin.
Definition 2024
paragenesis
paragenesis
English
Noun
paragenesis (plural parageneses)
- (geology) An ordered chronological sequence of mineral formations.
- (geology) The formation of minerals in contact, so as to affect one another's development.