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Definition of Apatite
1. Noun. A common complex mineral consisting of calcium fluoride phosphate or calcium chloride phosphate; a source of phosphorus.
Terms within: Atomic Number 15, P, Phosphorus, Atomic Number 65, Tb, Terbium, Atomic Number 69, Thulium, Tm
Generic synonyms: Mineral
Specialized synonyms: Fluorapatite
Generic synonyms: Mineral
Specialized synonyms: Fluorapatite
Definition of Apatite
1. n. Native phosphate of lime, occurring usually in six-sided prisms, color often pale green, transparent or translucent.
Definition of Apatite
1. Noun. (minerology) A calcium fluoride phosphate of variable composition, sometimes used in the manufacture of fertilizer. ¹
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Definition of Apatite
1. a mineral [n -S]
Medical Definition of Apatite
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