antigorite

UK
/ænˈtɪɡəraɪt/
US
/ænˈtɪɡəˌraɪt/

Translations

antigoritenoun
antigorites
pl
antigoriteMinéral du groupe des serpentines.
The geologist identified the green mineral sample as antigorite.
Le géologue a identifié l'échantillon de minéral vert comme de l'antigorite.
Synonyms
serpentine-group mineral
antigoriteadjective
UK
/ænˈtɪɡəraɪt/
US
/ænˈtɪɡəˌraɪt/
Used attributively in geological contexts (e.g., "antigorite schist").
antigoritiqueRelatif à l’antigorite.
The core sample included an antigorite layer with a silky sheen.
L'échantillon carotté incluait une couche antigoritique avec un lustre soyeux.

Definitions

antigoritenoun
A mineral of the serpentine group, typically green in color, and used as a source of magnesium and asbestos.
The geologist identified the green mineral sample as antigorite, noting its potential use in industrial applications.
antigoriteadjective
Relating to, containing, or characteristic of the mineral antigorite.
The core sample included an antigorite layer with a silky sheen.