MAFIC


Meaning of MAFIC in English

[ 'mafɪk ]

■ adjective Geology relating to or denoting a group of dark-coloured, mainly ferromagnesian minerals such as pyroxene and olivine. Often contrasted with felsic .

Origin

early 20th cent.: blend of magnesium and ferric .

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