Apophyllite

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CIDE DICTIONARY

Apophyllite, n. [Pref. apo- + Gr. leaf; so called from its foliated structure or easy cleavage.].

A mineral relating to the zeolites, usually occurring in square prisms or octahedrons with pearly luster on the cleavage surface. It is a hydrous silicate of calcium and potassium. [1913 Webster]

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