batholite

[US]/ˈbæθəlʌɪt/
[UK]/ˈbæθəˌlaɪt/

Translation

n.A large mass of intrusive igneous rock that has been formed by magma crystallizing underground and is exposed over a large area at the surface.
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the granite batholite was exposed after millions of years of erosion.

geologists discovered a massive batholite beneath the mountain range.

the ancient batholite dates back to the jurassic period.

crystalline batholite formations create distinctive geological landmarks.

the batholite intrusion occurred during intense volcanic activity.

magma solidified slowly to form a massive igneous batholite.

the exposed batholite reveals complex geological structures.

a vast batholite system underlies the entire plateau region.

the mountain's core consists of a huge granite batholite.

erosion gradually revealed the hidden batholite to researchers.

the batholite composition is primarily quartz and feldspar.

geothermal activity indicates the batholite may still be cooling.

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