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hornstone

/ˈhɔːrn.stoʊn/

Übersetzung: Feinkörniges metamorphes Gestein, das durch Hitzeeinwirkung auf tonige Gesteine entsteht (Hornfels); auch ein hartes, kieseliges Gestein.

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noun

/ˈhɔːrn.stoʊn/C2formalscientific
  • deFeinkörniges metamorphes Gestein, das durch Hitzeeinwirkung auf tonige Gesteine entsteht (Hornfels); auch ein hartes, kieseliges Gestein.

A fine-grained metamorphic rock that is formed by the action of heat on clay rocks.

  1. C2formalscientific

    A fine-grained, hard metamorphic rock formed by the action of heat on clay-rich rocks, often resembling flint.

    deHornfels

    • The geologist identified the sample as hornstone, noting its compact texture.
    • Hornstone is often found in regions with ancient volcanic activity.
    • The ancient tools were made from hornstone due to its hardness.

    Synonymehornfels

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  • hornstones' possessive plural form
  • hornstone's possessive singular form