Hypogenic
[hahy-puh-jeen, hip-uh-] /ˈhaɪ pəˌdʒin, ˈhɪp ə-/
adjective, Geology.
1.
formed beneath the earth’s surface, as granite (opposed to ).
2.
formed by ascending solutions, as mineral or ore deposits (opposed to ).
/ˈhaɪpəˌdʒiːn/
adjective
1.
formed, taking place, or originating beneath the surface of the earth Compare epigene
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