Microlite

Definition:

  • (n.) A rare mineral of resinous luster and high specific gravity. It is a tantalate of calcium, and occurs in octahedral crystals usually very minute.
  • (n.) A minute inclosed crystal, often observed when minerals or rocks are examined in thin sections under the microscope.

Compare microlite with other words:

microlite vs. picrolite

microlite vs. pyrochlore

isomorphous vs. microlite

microlite vs. niobium

microlite vs. tantalum

calcium vs. microlite

microlite vs. sodium

fluoride vs. microlite

microlite vs. microlith