petalite (Meaning)
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petalite (n.)
A rare mineral, occurring crystallized and in cleavable masses, usually white, or nearly so, in color. It is a silicate of aluminia and lithia.
Synonyms & Antonyms of petalite
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petalite Sentence Examples
- The delicate petals of the petalite shimmered like tiny rainbows in the sunlight.
- The mineral petalite exhibits a captivating pink hue due to the presence of manganese.
- Jewelers often use petalite to create intricate earrings and pendants that captivate the eye.
- The smooth, vitreous surface of petalite gives it an almost ethereal quality.
- Petalite is a member of the mica group, known for its characteristic layered structure.
- The therapeutic properties of petalite are believed to include calming the mind and promoting spiritual growth.
- Miners carefully extract petalite from pegmatite rocks, where it is found in association with other rare minerals.
- Petalite is commonly used in ceramics and glass production due to its low melting point and high lithium content.
- The pale pink crystals of petalite are often mistaken for morganite or kunzite, but they can be distinguished by their unique optical properties.
- Petalite's high piezoelectric properties make it valuable for use in electronic devices and sensors.
FAQs About the word petalite
A rare mineral, occurring crystallized and in cleavable masses, usually white, or nearly so, in color. It is a silicate of aluminia and lithia.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The delicate petals of the petalite shimmered like tiny rainbows in the sunlight.
The mineral petalite exhibits a captivating pink hue due to the presence of manganese.
Jewelers often use petalite to create intricate earrings and pendants that captivate the eye.
The smooth, vitreous surface of petalite gives it an almost ethereal quality.
