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Definition of Apatites
1. apatite [n] - See also: apatite
Medical Definition of Apatites
1. A group of phosphate minerals that includes ten mineral species and has the general formula x5(yo4)3z, where x is usually calcium or lead, y is phosphorus or arsenic, and z is chlorine, fluorine, or oh-. (12 Dec 1998)