Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fissility
Noun
/fɪˈsɪlɪti/
Definition
The quality of being able to be split or divided; specifically, the capability of a rock or mineral to split along a particular plane.
Examples
- The fissility of slate makes it a popular choice for roofing materials.
- Geologists often study the fissility of sedimentary rocks to understand their formation processes.
- Experimentation on the fissility of different minerals can provide insights into their structural integrity.
Meaning
Fissility refers to the property of certain materials, especially geological, to easily separate or cleave along specified lines of weakness.
Synonyms
- Cleavability
- Splittability
- Divisibility
