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diorite
Diorite is a technical geological term used primarily in scientific, archaeological, and architectural contexts. It is characterized by its extreme hardness and durability, which made it a preferred material for royal sculptures and monuments in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia.
Because it is a specific type of rock, it is treated as a mass noun when referring to the material itself. While it can be pluralized in a technical geological sense to describe different types or samples of the rock, in general usage it remains uncountable.
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The geologist identified the sample as diorite based on its mineral composition.
Look at this rock, it is definitely diorite because of that salt and pepper appearance.
Diorite is an intrusive igneous rock that cools slowly beneath the surface.
Many ancient Mesopotamian monuments were crafted from polished diorite.
I wonder if this cliff face is composed of diorite or gabbro.
The hardness of diorite makes it an excellent material for durable sculptures.
We found a large vein of diorite during the field survey.
Is diorite more common in volcanic arcs or continental shields?