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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A fine-grained mineral, of SiO₂, that is a polymorphic form of quartz formed under very high pressure. uncountable, usually

Synonyms

All synonyms

stipoveritestipoverite

Etymology

Named after Russian physicist Sergey Stishov + -ite.

Related phrases

silicon dioxide

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