NITROCALCITE

nitrocalcite

(noun) the mineral form of calcium nitrate

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Ni`tro*cal"cite, n. Etym: [Nitro- + calcite.] (Min.)

Definition: Nitrate of calcium, a substance having a grayish white color, occuring in efforescences on old walls, and in limestone caves, especially where there exists decaying animal matter.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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