sericite

/ˈsɛrɪsaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of white or colourless mica; a mineral composed of potassium aluminium silicate.

“The geologist analyzed the sericite crystals in the rock sample.”

2. noun

A type of mica used as a gemstone, often imitating diamonds.

“The sericite in the necklace sparkled under the light.”

Synonyms

  • mica
  • silicate

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • silicate