lawsonite

/ˈlɔːsənaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mineral, a hydrated aluminum borosilicate with the chemical formula CaAl2BSi4O15(OH)F, that is found in contact metamorphic rocks.

“Lawsonite is often associated with jadeite in metamorphic rocks.”

Synonyms

  • aluminum borosilicate
  • metamorphic mineral

Antonyms

  • non-metamorphic mineral
  • sedimentary mineral