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Latest revision as of 16:10, 7 September 2022
Description
A size classification for small pyroclastic fragments of Lava. Lapilli means "little stones" in Latin. Formed by droplets of molten lava, cooled in the air, the stones range in size from 2 to 64 mm. Lapilli occur in spheroid, teardrop, dumbbell, or button-like shapes.
Synonyms and Related Terms
lapillus (singular); lapilli (Port.)
Resources and Citations
- José Delgado Rodrigues, LNEC, Contributed information, 2009
- Wikipedia: Lapilli (accessed March 2010)