Definition

A false or misleading form that resembles another substance or mineral.

Example

The geologist studied the pseudomorph to understand its unusual structure.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a pseudomorph?

Yeah, I think it's when one mineral takes the shape of another, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how nature can create such pseudomorph formations.

I know! It makes collecting minerals even more interesting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To replace one substance with another in a way that creates a false or misleading appearance of the original substance.

Example

The mineral was pseudomorphed by another mineral, changing its appearance completely.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that some minerals can actually pseudomorph other substances?

Really? That sounds fascinating!

Yeah, it's interesting how they can replace one form with another.

Root Explanation

Pseudomorph → It is formed from "pseudo-" (from Greek "pseudes", meaning false) and "morph" (from Greek "morphe", meaning form or shape). The word describes a false form or shape, typically in geology or mineralogy where one mineral takes on the shape of another.

Memory Tip

Think of 'false' ('pseudo-') and 'form' ('morph') to remember that a pseudomorph is a false form of something.

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