Laumontite
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Laumontite is a noun meaning (mineralogy) A mineral, of a white color and vitreous luster, with the chemical formula CaAl₂Si₄O₁₂·4H₂O. It is a hydrous silicate of alumina and lime. Exposed to the air, it loses water, becomes opaque, and crumbles.
Meaning
(mineralogy) A mineral, of a white color and vitreous luster, with the chemical formula CaAl₂Si₄O₁₂·4H₂O. It is a hydrous silicate of alumina and lime. Exposed to the air, it loses water, becomes opaque, and crumbles.
Word Forms
- laumontites
- laumonite
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include laumonite, lomonite, matulaite, lourenswalsite, lunijianlaite, lacroixite.
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