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endogenetic

endogenetic

9.9
Rocks that form under the Earth's surface because of heat or movement inside the Earth
  • adjective
  • /ˌɛndəʊdʒəˈnɛtɪk/
  • Specialized
translation icon : endogenético
  • Geologists distinguish between endogenetic and exogenetic processes when studying rock formation.

Examples

  • Geologists distinguish between endogenetic and exogenetic processes when classifying rock formations.

  • Most igneous rocks are considered endogenetic because they originate from magma beneath the crust.

  • The formation of granite is a classic endogenetic geological process.

  • The endogenetic processes shape the Earth's crust over millions of years.

  • Basalt is an example of an endogenetic rock.

  • Most igneous rocks are considered endogenetic because they originate from magma beneath the Earth's crust.

  • The formation of granite is a typical example of an endogenetic process in geology.

Synonyms

endogenous
vsendogenetic
  • Specialized
5 8.2

Coming from inside a body, system, or process rather than from outside

applies to rocks formed beneath the surface by internal geological activity
endogenic
vsendogenetic
  • Specialized
9.9

Coming from inside something, often deep in the Earth

is specific to underground rock formation rather than general internal origin

How Internal

endogenetic
  • Specialized
9.9
exogenic
  • Specialized
1 9.2

Surface Forms

endogenetic positive

Morphology

endogenetic = genetic (semi-transparent) = endo + genetic

The combination of 'endo-' (within) and the adjective 'genetic' yields the sense 'originating internally', but the term is technical and may be unfamiliar to general learners.

Etymology

Endogenetic comes from the parts endo- meaning 'within' and genetic meaning 'born' or 'produced', the same root as generate. So an endogenetic rock is one that was made 'inside' the Earth by internal processes.