interstratified Definition
- 1(of minerals) occurring in alternating layers or laminae within a single crystal
- 2(of clays) having two or more types of layers
Using interstratified: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "interstratified" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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The interstratified mineral layers were clearly visible under the microscope.
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The interstratified clay samples showed unique properties compared to pure clays.
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Summary: interstratified in Brief
The term 'interstratified' [in-ter-strat-uh-fahyd] describes minerals that occur in alternating layers within a single crystal, and clays that have two or more types of layers. This term is used in geology and mineralogy to describe specific structures and properties of minerals and clays.
