ekebergite (Meaning)
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ekebergite (n.)
A variety of scapolite.
Synonyms & Antonyms of ekebergite
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ekebergite Sentence Examples
- Ekebergite, a rare mineral, was first discovered in 1824 in Norway.
- The crystal structure of ekebergite is characterized by its complex octahedral and tetrahedral coordination.
- Ekebergite is primarily composed of titanium, tantalum, and niobium oxides.
- Due to its unique composition, ekebergite has a high specific gravity and is resistant to weathering.
- It is often found in pegmatites, which are coarse-grained igneous rocks.
- Ekebergite exhibits a range of colors from reddish-brown to black.
- The mineral is named after the Swedish chemist and mineralogist Anders Gustaf Ekeberg, who first described it.
- Ekebergite is a minor mineral and is not commonly found in large quantities.
- It has been reportedly used in the production of high-temperature ceramics and electronics.
- The study of ekebergite provides valuable insights into the geological processes and mineral formation in igneous rocks.
FAQs About the word ekebergite
A variety of scapolite.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Ekebergite, a rare mineral, was first discovered in 1824 in Norway.
The crystal structure of ekebergite is characterized by its complex octahedral and tetrahedral coordination.
Ekebergite is primarily composed of titanium, tantalum, and niobium oxides.
Due to its unique composition, ekebergite has a high specific gravity and is resistant to weathering.
