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autometasomatism
Alteration of a recently crystallized igneous rock by its own last water-rich liquid fraction, trapped within the rock, generally by an impermeable chilled border. Compare: autopneumatolysis; autometamorphism.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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