Gervy's definitions

QFL

QFL are rocks, either igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic, and sands that are counted to be quartz (Q), feldspar (F), and/or lithic fragments (L). One of the most counted rocks is chert, a lithic fragment that is sometimes known to be quartz. QFL can be classified in the QFL diagram or QFL triangle.

How many rocks and sands do you know that are found in the QFL triangle?

by Gervy March 7, 2019

appendectomy

An appendectomy, also called appendisectomy or appendicectomy, is a surgical operation in which the vermiform appendix (a portion of the intestine) is removed. Appendectomy is normally performed as an urgent or emergency procedure to treat acute appendicitis. Appendectomy may be performed laparoscopically (as minimally invasive surgery) or as an open operation.

He will be out for 1 to 2 weeks because of an appendectomy.

by Gervy May 28, 2019