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lepidolite

lepidolite
Noun

Lepidolite is primarily recognized in mineralogy and geology for its distinct pearly luster and characteristic lilac or violet hues. It is categorized as a lithium-bearing mica, meaning it possesses a layered structure that allows it to be split into thin, flexible sheets.

In industrial contexts, the term is frequently associated with lithium mining and the production of ceramics and glass. Because it is a specific mineral species, it is treated as an uncountable mass noun when referring to the substance itself, though it may be used countably when referring to specific mineral specimens or varieties.

Meanings

Nounlepidolite

A lithium-rich mica mineral typically occurring in lilac, purple, or grey colors, often used as an ore for lithium extraction.

The geologist identified a vein of lepidolite within the pegmatite sample.

Examples

The specimen of lepidolite has a distinct lilac hue.

The specimen of lepidolite has a distinct lilac hue.

Trivia

Lepidolite is often found in pegmatite veins alongside quartz.

Lepidolite is often found in pegmatite veins alongside quartz.

Look at this piece of lepidolite; the pearlescent luster is stunning.

Look at this piece of lepidolite; the pearlescent luster is stunning.

We can extract lithium from lepidolite to use in battery production.

Business

Is this purple crystal lepidolite or amethyst?

Is this purple crystal lepidolite or amethyst?

The geologist identified the mineral as lepidolite based on its perfect cleavage.

Historically, lepidolite was a primary source of lithium for psychiatric medications.

Historically, lepidolite was a primary source of lithium for psychiatric medications.

History

I wonder if this lepidolite sample is translucent enough to see through.

The rock contains small flakes of grey lepidolite embedded in the matrix.

The rock contains small flakes of grey lepidolite embedded in the matrix.

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