dihydrite

/daɪˈhaɪdraɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A hydrated magnesium carbonate mineral (MgCO3·5H2O).

“The geologist carefully examined the dihydrite crystals in the rock sample.”

Synonyms

  • magnesium carbonate
  • mineral compound

Antonyms

  • anhydrite
  • oxide mineral