Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
magma
Noun
/ˈmæɡ.mə/
Definition
Magma is a hot, molten rock material that is found beneath the Earth’s surface.
Examples
- Magma rises to the surface during a volcanic eruption.
- The temperature of magma can reach over 1,000 degrees Celsius.
- Scientists study magma to understand volcanic activity.
Meaning
It is the source of volcanic lava and is formed from the melting of minerals in the Earth’s mantle.
Synonyms
- Molten rock
- Lava (when on the surface)
