Definition of amphibole group Amphibole group
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What does amphibole group mean?
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| amphibole group - a group of minerals with similar crystal structures containing a silicate chain and combinations of chiefly sodium and calcium and magnesium and iron and aluminum | ||
| mineral solid homogeneous inorganic substances occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition | ||
| amphibole a mineral or mineral variety belonging to the amphibole group | ||
| nephrite an amphibole mineral consisting of calcium magnesium silicate in monoclinic crystalline form; a source of jade that is less valuable than from jadeite; once believed to cure kidney disorders | ||
| actinolite a green mineral of the amphibole group; calcium magnesium iron silicate | ||
| anthophyllite a dark brown mineral of the amphibole group; magnesium iron silicate | ||
| asbestos a fibrous amphibole; used for making fireproof articles; inhaling fibers can cause asbestosis or lung cancer | ||
| tremolite a white or pale green mineral (calcium magnesium silicate) of the amphibole group used as a form of asbestos | ||
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