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magma

nounmasculinetechnicalcommon/ˈmaɡmɐ/mag·ma

Definition

1

Molten rock mass, of high temperature, found inside the Earth and which, upon reaching the surface, originates volcanic lava.

Usage examples

The magma accumulated in the magma chamber can cause an eruption.
The composition of the magma determines the type of volcanic rock formed.

Common combinations

volcanic magmamagma chambermagma ascentmagma melting