chamoisite

/tʃæmoʊˈsīt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of silicate mineral, typically blue or green in color, found in metamorphic rocks.

“The geologist carefully analyzed the chamoisite crystals to determine their composition.”

Synonyms

  • metamorphic mineral
  • silicate mineral

Antonyms

  • igneous mineral
  • silicate oxide