natrolite
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A white or colorless mineral made of water, sodium, and aluminum that forms thin needle-like crystals
- noun
- /ˈnætrəˌlaɪt/
- Specialized
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natrolita
- The mineral natrolite is often found in volcanic rocks, where it exhibits beautiful white or colorless crystals.
Examples
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The mineral natrolite can be identified by its needle-like crystals, which are typically found in zeolite deposits.
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Collectors highly value natrolite for its unique structure and its presence in various mineralogical collections.
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Other featured rarities include Nirvana Quartz from the Himalayas and high-vibrational Natrolite from the emerald mines of Russia.
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Synonyms
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A natural mineral with many tiny holes used to filter water and remove heavy metals
is a specific white or colorless sodium and aluminum silicate in that group
Surface Forms
natrolite singular
natrolites plural
Morphology
Etymology
The word natrolite comes from natron ('soda' or 'natural salt') and the ending -lite ('stone'). So natrolite is like a 'soda-stone', which helps you remember it is a white mineral that contains sodium.