- neomorphism
- neo·mor·phism (ne″o-morґfiz-əm) the development of new form in the course of evolution.
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neomorphism
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Neomorphism — is a recrystallization process in sedimentary rocks that changes the size (either larger or smaller) and form (it can include the overgrowth of polymorphous minerals) of crystals in the rock. The chemical composition of the rock remains the same … Wikipedia
neomorphism — A microscopic texture. A complex of processes whereby a mosaic of finely crystalline carbonate is replaced by a coarser (sparry) mosaic without the development of visible porosity. Dominant reactions are the wet transformation of aragonite to… … Lexicon of Cave and Karst Terminology
neomorphism — neo·mor·phism … English syllables
neomorphism — noun see neomorph … Useful english dictionary
neomorph, neomorphism — A new formation; a structure found in higher organisms, only slight or no traces of which exist in lower orders. [neo + G. morphe, form] … Medical dictionary
neomorphic — a. developed suddenly and not inherited. ♦ neomorph, n. ♦ neomorphism, n … Dictionary of difficult words
