Biotite

Translation of "biotite" into Russian

Noun

biotite

biotites pl

Biotite is a common phyllosilicate mineral within the mica group.

Биотит - это распространённый филлосиликатный минерал из группы слюд.

Noun

A common phyllosilicate mineral within the mica group, typically black or dark brown, that is found in igneous and metamorphic rocks.

The geologist identified the dark mineral in the granite as biotite.

Adjective

Containing, composed chiefly of, or rich in biotite.

The biotite schist exhibited sparkling dark flakes under the microscope.