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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A mineral with monoclinic crystals of the chemical formula Ca₂(Mg,Fe)₅Si₈O₂₂(OH)₂, belonging to the amphibole group. countable, uncountable
2. 2
   a green mineral of the amphibole group; calcium magnesium iron silicate wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

asbestinitegreen asbestos

Etymology

From actino- + -lite.

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