- volcanic block
- A pyroclast that was ejected in a solid state; it has a diameter greater than 64 mm.GG
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block — [ volcanic ] (not preferred) refer to volcanic block … Glossary of landform and geologic terms
block — USGS PHOTO GLOSSARY OF VOLCANIC TERMS A volcanic block is a solid rock fragment greater than 64 mm in diameter that was ejected from a volcano during an explosive eruption. Blocks commonly consist of solidified pieces of old lava flows that were… … Glossary of volcanic terms
volcanic bomb — A pyroclast > 64 mm in at least one dimension that was ejected while still viscous and solidified into its rounded form in flight. Compare: cinders, lapilli, tephra, volcanic block. GG … Glossary of landform and geologic terms
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