MICROLITES

Noun

microlites

plural of microlite

Anagrams

• microtiles

Source: Wiktionary


MICROLITE

Mi"cro*lite, n. Etym: [Micro- + -lite.] (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.)

Definition: A minute inclosed crystal, often observed when minerals or rocks are examined in thin sections under the microscope.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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