Search
Pluton
01
a large body of igneous rock formed beneath the Earth's surface from magma that has cooled and solidified
Example
Plutons may contain valuable mineral deposits due to their composition.
Plutons can create significant uplift and deformation in the Earth's crust.
The intrusion of a pluton can alter the thermal gradient of surrounding rocks.
Geologists use radiometric dating to determine the age of plutons.
The presence of a pluton can influence the surrounding rock formations.
