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volcaniclastic

Also vol·can·o·clas·tic

[vol-kan-i-klas-tik]

adjective

Geology.

  1. pyroclastic.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of volcaniclastic1

1960–65; blend of volcanic and clastic
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Volcaniclastic bedrock, in fact. Its conglomerates, sandstones and shales inform us that it's a submarine fan complex. 

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