Definition

A type of dark green rock formed from volcanic activity, mainly made up of a mineral called chrysolite along with other minerals like hornblende and augite.

Example

The geologist examined the picrite to understand its formation and mineral composition.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a piece of picrite?

No, I haven't. What does it look like?

It's a dark green rock, kind of unique and interesting.

That sounds cool! I’d love to find one while hiking.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Picrite originates from the Greek word 'pikros' (meaning bitter) combined with the suffix '-ite' (used to denote minerals or rocks). The word 'picrite' refers to a type of volcanic rock that is characterized by its bitter taste due to the presence of certain minerals.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for 'bitter' — 'pikros' — to remember that 'picrite' is a type of rock that has a bitter taste.

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