interstratify
verb [ T usually passive ] geology specialized uk/ˌɪn.təˈstræt.ɪ.faɪ/ us/ˌɪn.t̬ɚˈstræt̬.ə.faɪ/
互层化
to add a layer in between other layers
Geologists say these rock beds are interstratified: layers of phosphorus-rich sediments alternate with other sediments. 地质学家说,这些岩床是互层的:富含磷的沉积物层与其他沉积物交替出现。
Layers of slate are interstratified between layers of sandstone.
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- The rock consists of slate interstratified with small beds of blue limestone.
- The coal and slate are so interstratified that they can not be separated economically by machinery.
- It lies in slate, forming beds parallel to, and interstratified with, that rock.