phlog·o·pite (fl g  -p t )n. A yellow to dark brown mica, K(Mg,Fe)3AlSi3O10(OH)2, used in insulation. [Greek phlog  pos, fiery-looking (phlox, phlog-, flame; see bhel-1 in Indo-European roots + ps, p-, eye, face; see okw- in Indo-European roots) + -ite.] |
phlogopite [ˈflɒgəˌpaɪt]
n
(Earth Sciences / Minerals) a brownish mica consisting of a hydrous silicate of potassium, magnesium, and aluminium, occurring principally in metamorphic limestones and ultrabasic rocks. Formula: KMg3AlSi3O10(OH)2 See also mica
[from Greek phlogōpos of fiery appearance, from phlox flame + ōps eye]
| phlogopite (flg-pt) A yellow to dark-brown mica. Phlogopite is monoclinic and is usually found in limestone. It is used in insulation. Chemical formula: K(Mg,Fe)3AlSi3O10(OH)2. |
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| Noun | 1. | phlogopite - a brown form of mica consisting of hydrous silicate of potassium and magnesium and aluminum |
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