Thorite
Translation of "thorite" into Russian
thorite
NounUK
/ˈθɔːraɪt/
US
/ˈθɔːraɪt/
thorite
thorites pl
Thorite is a rare mineral that contains thorium.
Торит — это редкий минерал, содержащий торий.
Definitions
thorite
NounUK
/ˈθɔːraɪt/
US
/ˈθɔːraɪt/
A rare mineral consisting of thorium silicate, typically occurring in brownish or blackish crystals.
The geologist discovered a small deposit of thorite in the remote mountain region.
thorite
AdjectiveUK
/ˈθɔːraɪt/
US
/ˈθɔːraɪt/
Relating to, composed of, or containing the mineral thorite.
The thorite sands along the coast are mined for their thorium content.