Definition of Pyroclastic

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Pyroclastic

The term 'Pyroclastic' as it applies to the area of Earth observation can be defined as ' materials of volcanic origin, including rock fragments, volcanic ash, and volcanic gases. Aside from gases, volcanic materials can linger on the land surface, sometimes flattening and welding together'.

The term 'Pyroclastic' as it applies to the area of volcanos can be defined as '   Pertaining to fragmented (clastic) rock material formed by a volcanic explosion or ejection from a volcanic vent'.

The term 'Pyroclastic' as it applies to the area of reclamation can be defined as ' Ash mixed with larger igneous rock fragments produced by explosive volcanic eruptions'.


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