equigranular

[ee-kwuh-gran-yuh-ler]

equigranular Definition

having crystals or grains of equal size.

Using equigranular: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "equigranular" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The rock is equigranular, with crystals of the same size throughout.

  • Example

    The sandstone is not equigranular, with some grains much larger than others.

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Summary: equigranular in Brief

The term 'equigranular' [ee-kwuh-gran-yuh-ler] describes a material that has crystals or grains of equal size. This is often used to describe rocks or minerals, as in 'The rock is equigranular, with crystals of the same size throughout.' The opposite of equigranular is heterogranular.