Definition

A small, round structure made of crystals that often appears in certain types of volcanic rocks.

Example

The geologist examined the spherulite under a microscope to study its crystal structure.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a spherulite up close?

No, I haven't! What do they look like?

They're really interesting; they have these radiating crystals that make them unique.

That sounds cool! I would love to find one in a volcanic rock.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Spherulite → It is formed from "sphaira" (from Greek, meaning sphere) and "-lite" (from Greek "lithos", meaning stone). The word "spherulite" refers to a small, spherical body or crystal, resembling a tiny stone or sphere.

Memory Tip

Imagine a tiny stone that is shaped like a sphere — 'sphaira' means sphere, and '-lite' refers to stone. This helps you remember that a spherulite is a small spherical crystal.

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