Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clastic
adjective
/ˈklæstɪk/
Definition
Relating to or denoting rocks composed of fragments from pre-existing rocks or minerals.
Examples
- Clastic sedimentary rocks, such as sandstone, are formed from accumulated fragments.
- The river transported clastic sediments that contributed to the formation of deltas.
- Geologists study clastic formations to understand the Earth’s history.
Meaning
Clastic materials are formed from the broken pieces of older rocks, which can vary in size from tiny grains to large boulders.
Synonyms
- Fragmental
- Detrital
- Broken
