Forsterite

Übersetzung von "forsterite" ins Russisch

Substantiv

forsterite

forsterites Pl.

Forsterite is a mineral found in igneous rocks.

Форстерит - это минерал, который встречается в магматических породах.

Substantiv

A mineral belonging to the olivine group, composed primarily of magnesium silicate, often found in igneous and metamorphic rocks.

The geologist identified the greenish crystal as forsterite, a common mineral in the Earth's mantle.

The magnesium-rich end-member of the olivine solid-solution series (chemical formula Mg₂SiO₄), contrasted with fayalite.

Pure forsterite has been synthesized in the laboratory to study mantle processes.

Adjektiv

Relating to, containing, or composed of forsterite.

The furnace was lined with a forsterite refractory brick.