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amianthus

amianthus

9.9
A mineral with many thin fibers that resists fire and heat
  • noun
  • Archaic
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  • The geologist identified the fibrous sample as amianthus during the mineral survey.

Examples

  • Collectors value rare specimens of amianthus for their unique texture and appearance.

  • Some researchers believe that amianthus could be used in modern construction.

  • Protective gloves were once made from amianthus because of its heat resistance.

  • The ancient Egyptians used amianthus for its fire-resistant properties.

  • The geologist identified the fibrous sample as amianthus during the mineral survey.

  • Collectors value rare specimens of amianthus for their unique texture and appearance.

  • The ancient Egyptians used amianthus for its fire-resistant properties.

Synonyms

asbestos
vsamianthus
  • Specialized
66 6.3

A mineral made of thin fibers once used in buildings that resists heat and causes lung disease when breathed in

is a single fibrous form within the broader mineral group

Surface Forms

amianthus singular
amianthi plural

Etymology

Amianthus comes from the Greek amiantos meaning 'undefiled', with the prefix a- meaning 'not'. So the name fits the mineral: its long fibers do not burn or change easily, which is why amianthus refers to a heat-resistant, fibrous form of asbestos.