antiperthite

/ˌæntɪˈpɜrˌθaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare mineral of the feldspar group, occurring as a high-temperature transformation product of albite.

“The geologist identified the rock formation as a specimen of antiperthite.”

Synonyms

  • feldspar
  • plagioclase

Antonyms

  • biotite
  • mica