amphibole

[US]/ˈæmfɪboʊl/
[UK]/amˈfiːbəʊl/
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Translation

n.A group of rock-forming silicate minerals with a characteristic fibrous or prismatic crystal structure. ; Hornblende, a common amphibole mineral.

Phrases & Collocations

amphibole mineral

amphibole group

amphibole weathering

amphibole analysis

amphibole formation

amphibole asbestos

amphibole identification

study of amphiboles

amphibole crystals

Example Sentences

amphibole is a group of silicate minerals.

the rock sample contained several types of amphibole.

amphiboles are often found in metamorphic rocks.

geologists study the composition of amphibole to understand rock formation.

amphibole has a variety of colors and crystal structures.

the amphibole in this sample is green in color.

amphiboles are important minerals for understanding geological history.

the presence of amphibole can indicate a high-pressure environment.

scientists use x-ray diffraction to analyze the structure of amphibole.

amphibole is a key mineral in some industrial applications.

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