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antigorite

/ænˈtɪɡəraɪt/

/ænˈtɪɡəˌraɪt/

antigoritenoun

antigorites

Translations

Antigorite is a mineral that belongs to the serpentine group.

Антигорит - это минерал, который относится к группе серпентинов.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

serpentine-group mineral

antigoriteadjective

/ænˈtɪɡəraɪt/

/ænˈtɪɡəˌraɪt/

Used attributively in geological contexts (e.g., "antigorite schist").

Definitions

Relating to, containing, or characteristic of the mineral antigorite.

The core sample included an antigorite layer with a silky sheen.