searlesite

/sɛrˈlɛs.aɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mineral, a hydrated sodium calcium borate, Na4CaB21O7·4H2O, occurring in arid regions as a secondary product of the alteration of borate deposits.

“The geologist analyzed the sample to identify the presence of searlesite.”

Synonyms

  • borate mineral
  • sodium calcium borate

Antonyms

  • oxide mineral
  • silicate mineral