anorthite Definition
- 1a white or grayish mineral of the feldspar group, consisting of a calcium aluminum silicate
- 2the calcium end-member of the plagioclase feldspar series
Using anorthite: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "anorthite" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Anorthite is commonly found in igneous rocks.
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The mineral anorthite has a hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale.
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Anorthite is used in the manufacture of ceramics and glass.
Phrases with anorthite
a type of plagioclase feldspar that ranges from pure anorthite to pure albite
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The anorthite plagioclase in this rock sample indicates its origin from a specific volcanic eruption.
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The anorthite crystal in this collection is one of the largest ever found.
anorthite content
the percentage of anorthite mineral in a rock sample
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The anorthite content of this rock is relatively high, indicating its formation in a specific geological environment.
Origins of anorthite
from Greek 'an-' meaning 'not' and 'orthos' meaning 'straight'
Summary: anorthite in Brief
'Anorthite' [an-awr-thahyt] is a white or grayish mineral of the feldspar group, consisting of a calcium aluminum silicate. It is commonly found in igneous rocks and has a hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale. 'Anorthite' is used in the manufacture of ceramics and glass, and can be identified by its anorthite content or crystal structure.
