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Calcite

Verb / ˈkæˌlsaɪt / Another word for calcite — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a mineral consisting of calcium carbonate, typically occurring as colorless or white rhombohedral crystals or as a mass of granular or fibrous material

Synonyms & similar words

limestone marble chalk travertine aragonite dolomite crystal mineral rock gemstone jewel quartz feldspar mica pyrite apatite fluorite gypsum halite

Example sentences

  1. Calcite is often used in the production of cement and lime.
  2. The calcite rock formation was stunning to see.
  3. The calcite mineral glowed under the blacklight.
  4. The geologist used a hammer to break apart the calcite.
  5. Calcite is a soft mineral that can be scratched with a fingernail.

Quotes

  • The calcite crystals glistened like diamonds in the light.
  • Calcite is a key ingredient in the formation of stalactites and stalagmites.
  • The calcite mineral is often used in the construction industry.

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