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Igneous

usgb/ˈɪɡniəs/Volume
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Geology ContextPlay
Used specifically in geology; avoid in non-scientific contexts unless metaphorically. SlideThe geologist explained how the igneous rock beneath our feet had once been molten lava.
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Igneous implies natural formation, not crafted by humans. SlideThey admired the natural beauty of the igneous landscape, untouched by human hands.
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Earth's CrustPlay
Igneous rocks primarily make up Earth's outer shell, useful in geography. SlideStudents learn that most islands are composed of igneous rocks from volcanic origins.