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biotite

Pronunciation: /ˈbʌɪətʌɪt/
Definition of biotite

noun

[mass noun]
  • a black, dark brown, or greenish black micaceous mineral, occurring as a constituent of many igneous and metamorphic rocks.

Origin:

mid 19th century: named after J.-B. Biot (1774–1862), French mineralogist

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Definition of biotite in the US English dictionary
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