Almandine
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈal.mən.dʌɪn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Almandine is a noun meaning (mineralogy) A type of garnet having a deep red color, inclining to purple, with the chemical formula Fe₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃.
Meaning
(mineralogy) A type of garnet having a deep red color, inclining to purple, with the chemical formula Fe₃Al₂(SiO₄)₃.
Example Sentences
Almandine, the variety found here, is stable at temperatures of 540 to 900°C at a pressure of 200 GPa.
Word Forms
- almandines
Synonyms for almandine
Depending on context, synonyms include almandite.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include almandite, garnet, almandin, almondine, aldermanite, analcime.
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