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volcanogenic

American  
[vol-kuh-nuh-jen-ik] / ˌvɒl kə nəˈdʒɛn ɪk /

adjective

  1. created by a volcano; of volcanic origin.


Etymology

Origin of volcanogenic

First recorded in 1905–10; volcano ( def. ) + -genic ( def. )

Example Sentences

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The important volcanogenic massive sulphide deposits around Flin Flon are within the THO.

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What is the composition of the black smoke in a black smoker, and how does that relate to a volcanogenic massive sulphide deposit?

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Superior Province greenstone belts in Ontario and Quebec host some of the world’s largest volcanogenic massive sulphide deposits.

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