Metasomatism (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun Geology.
  1. the series of metamorphic processes whereby chemical changes occur in minerals or rocks as a result of the introduction of material, often in hot aqueous solutions, from external sources.
  2. replacement (def. 4).
noun
  1. change in the composition of a rock or mineral by the addition or replacement of chemicals
    Metasomatism (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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