columnar jointing
columnar jointing
C c Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- /kəˈlʌm nər dʒɔɪnt.li/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- /kəˈlʌm nər dʒɔɪnt.li/
Definition of columnar jointing words
- noun columnar jointing (in basaltic igneous rocks) a series of generally hexagonal columns formed by vertical joints as a result of contraction during cooling. 1
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columnar jointing popularity
This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 27% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.
According to our data about 72% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
columnar jointing usage trend in Literature
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