illitic

/ɪˈlɪtɪk/
adjective
  1. Relating to or containing illite, a type of clay mineral.
    • The illitic composition of the sediment affects how water drains through the ground.
    • Geologists identified an illitic layer in the rock formation during their survey.
    • The soil in this region is illitic, making it ideal for certain types of pottery.
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