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Microlite
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Mi´cro`lite
n.1.(Min.)
1.A rare mineral of resinous luster and high specific gravity. It is a tantalate of calcium, and occurs in octahedral crystals usually very minute.
2.(Min.) A minute inclosed crystal, often observed when minerals or rocks are examined in thin sections under the microscope.
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A hovercraft was also on hand to give pleasure rides, and microlites landed on the beach in front of thousands of excited spectators.
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Veterinary medicine was a passion inspired by his father, although he was also keen on "breaking the bonds of the Earth," flying anything from hang-gliders and microlites to old canvas or "spamcam" aircraft.
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SINCE he was a boy, Mr Kirk has been keen on "breaking the bonds of the earth", flying anything from hang-gliders and microlites to old canvas aircraft.
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