1. relating to the origin and formation of rocks
Usage: geological

Examples

• The petrogenetic study revealed how the granite formed millions of years ago.
• Scientists used petrogenetic analysis to understand the volcanic rock’s composition.
• The petrogenetic processes that created these minerals are still being researched.
• Her dissertation focused on the petrogenetic evolution of metamorphic rocks.
• Petrogenetic models help explain how igneous rocks crystallize from magma.
• The laboratory specializes in petrogenetic research of oceanic basalts.