Pseudomorph

Origin

-("false") + morph("form") + -

Full definition of pseudomorph

Noun

1. (geology, mineralogy) A mineral that formed by replacement of an existing mineral (or organic matter) such that the new mineral has the appearance and dimensions of the original.Petrified wood is a silicic pseudomorph of the original wood.

Derived terms

• pseudomorphic

Related terms

• pseudomorphism