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THOMSONITE
Thom"son*ite, n. Etym: [From R.D.Thomson, of Glasgow.] (Min.)
Definition: A zeolitic mineral, occurring generally in masses of a radiated structure. It is a hydrous silicate of aluminia, lime, and soda. Called also mesole, and comptonite.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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