Tripolite

Translation of "tripolite" into Russian

Noun

/ˈtrɪpəlaɪt/

/ˈtrɪpəˌlaɪt/

tripolite

tripolites pl

The geologist examined the tripolite under the microscope.

Геолог исследовал триполит под микроскопом.

Noun

/ˈtrɪpəlaɪt/

/ˈtrɪpəˌlaɪt/

A type of porous, lightweight, siliceous sedimentary rock composed mainly of diatomaceous earth, used as an abrasive and a filter material.

The factory used tripolite as a filtering agent in the production process.

A finely powdered form of diatomite used as a polishing and scouring agent.

The jeweler rubbed the metal surface with tripolite to achieve a bright finish.