Cummingtonite
Translation of "cummingtonite" into Russian
cummingtonite
NounUK
/ˌkʌmɪnˈtənʌɪt/
US
/ˌkʌmɪnˈtoʊnaɪt/
cummingtonite
cummingtonites pl
Cummingtonite is a mineral found in metamorphic rocks.
Кумингтонит — это минерал, встречающийся в метаморфических породах.
Definitions
cummingtonite
NounUK
/ˌkʌmɪnˈtənʌɪt/
US
/ˌkʌmɪnˈtoʊnaɪt/
A mineral belonging to the amphibole group, typically found in metamorphic rocks, composed mainly of iron and magnesium silicate.
The geologist identified the mineral sample as cummingtonite due to its characteristic fibrous texture.
cummingtonite
AdjectiveUK
/ˌkʌmɪnˈtənʌɪt/
US
/ˌkʌmɪnˈtoʊnaɪt/
Relating to, containing, or characteristic of the mineral cummingtonite.
The rock is rich in cummingtonite minerals, giving it a distinct brownish color.