alvite

/ˈælvɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a rare mineral, a hydrated phosphate of aluminum

“The geologist studied the unique properties of the alvite crystal.”

2. noun

a variety of feldspar, a group of rock-forming minerals

“The geologist identified the feldspar as a type of alvite during the rock analysis.”

Synonyms

  • aluminum phosphate
  • feldspar

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • silicate