Definition of cristobalite Cristobalite

cris•to•bal•ite

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Noun

Plural: cristobalites

cristobalite - a white mineral consisting of silica; found in volcanic rocks

mineral solid homogeneous inorganic substances occurring in nature having a definite chemical composition

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cristobalite (Noun)
A mineral of volcanic rocks that solidified at a high temperature. Cristobalite is chemically identical to quartz, with the chemical formula Si O2, but has a different crystal structure. Crystals are always microscopic, and usually form small rounded masses.

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cristobalite, noun, singular of cristobalites.

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