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Thesaurus: microlites

plural of microlite n. A rare mineral of resinous luster and high specific gravity. It is a tantalate of calcium, and occurs in octahedral crystals usually very minute. n. A minute inclosed crystal, often observed when m…

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  1. plural of microlite n. A rare mineral of resinous luster and high specific gravity. It is a tantalate of calcium, and occurs in octahedral crystals usually very minute. n. A minute inclosed crystal, often observed when minerals or rocks are examined in thin sections under the microscope.