carnallite

/kɑːrnəˈlaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of mineral composed of potassium magnesium chloride, used as a source of potassium and magnesium in the manufacture of fertilizers and other chemicals.

“The mine produced a significant amount of carnallite, which was used to create a new line of fertilizers.”

Synonyms

  • magnesium chloride
  • potassium chloride

Antonyms

  • magnesium oxide
  • potassium oxide