isoclasite

/ɪsəˈklæsaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of silicate mineral in the amphibole group.

“The geologist studied the isoclasite crystal under a microscope to understand its unique properties.”

2. noun

A type of metamorphic rock containing isoclasite mineral.

“The geologists discovered an outcrop of isoclasite rock in the mountain range, revealing a rich geological history.”

Synonyms

  • amphibole
  • silicate

Antonyms

  • anisoclinic