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pillow structure

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pillow structure [′pil·ō ‚strək·chər]
(geology)
A primary sedimentary structure that resembles a pillow in size and shape. Also known as mammillary structure.
(petrology)
A pillow-shaped structure visible in some extrusive lavas attributed to the congealment of lava under water.


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The building, designed by Architekturburo Jaschek, has three V-shaped atria roofed with pneumatic pillow structures and enclosed on their south sides by glass facades held in place by delicate wire-rope cable structures.
 
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