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calcite

/ˈkæl.saɪt/

calcitesubstantiv

calcites

Übersetzungen

Calcite is a common mineral found in sedimentary rocks.

Кальцит - это распространенный минерал, встречающийся в осадочных породах.

Definitionen

A common crystalline form of natural calcium carbonate, CaCO3, that is the basic constituent of limestone, marble, and chalk.

The geologist identified the mineral as calcite due to its characteristic rhombohedral cleavage.

A mineral that is often transparent or white, but can also be found in a variety of colors due to impurities.

The museum displayed a stunning collection of calcite crystals in various hues.

calciteadjektiv

/ˈkæl.saɪt/

Used attributively to describe something consisting of, containing, or relating to calcite.

Definitionen

Consisting of, containing, or relating to calcite.

The pipes were lined with a calcite deposit that needed to be removed.

calciteeigenname

Definitionen

An unincorporated community (ghost town) in Fremont County, Colorado, United States, once centered around limestone quarrying.

Calcite was abandoned after the nearby quarry ceased operations.