lepidolite
Definition
- Noun:
- A mineral of the mica group; an important source of lithium: Lepidolite is a lilac-gray or rose-colored phyllosilicate mineral. It is a secondary source of the metal lithium.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The geologist identified the pink crystal in the granite as lepidolite.
- Lepidolite is often mined for its lithium content, which is used in batteries.
Advanced Usage
- Lepidolite is frequently discussed in geological and mineralogical contexts concerning pegmatite formations and lithium extraction.
- The economic viability of the deposit depended on the concentration of lepidolite within the pegmatite.
Variants and Related Words
- Mica (n): A group of silicate minerals known for their perfect basal cleavage, to which lepidolite belongs.
- Other common micas include muscovite and biotite.
- Lithium (n): A soft, silver-white metal, the chemical element (Li) for which lepidolite is an ore.
- Lithium-ion batteries are common in electronic devices.
Synonyms
- Lithium mica: A direct synonym highlighting its composition.
- Pink mica: A descriptive synonym referencing its common color.
Related Phrases and Terms
- Source of lithium: A common descriptive phrase for lepidolite's primary industrial use.
- Before modern extraction methods, lepidolite was a major source of lithium.
Noun
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a mineral of the mica group; an important source of lithium
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