Definition of Pectolite

1. n. A whitish mineral occurring in radiated or fibrous crystalline masses. It is a hydrous silicate of lime and soda.

Definition of Pectolite

1. Noun. (minerology) a gray-white mineral inosilicate hydroxide of calcium and sodium that crystallizes in the triclinic system, with the chemical formula NaCa2Si3O8(OH). ¹

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Medical Definition of Pectolite

1. A whitish mineral occurring in radiated or fibrous crystalline masses. It is a hydrous silicate of lime and soda. Origin: L. Pecten a comb. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Pectolite

pectinibranchs
pectinic acids
pectiniform
pectinous
pectins
pectise
pectised
pectises
pectising
pectization
pectize
pectized
pectizes
pectizing
pectolite (current term)
pectolites
pectolyase
pectoral
pectoral and abdominal anterior cutaneous branch of intercostal nerves
pectoral arch
pectoral branch of thoracoacromial artery
pectoral fascia
pectoral fin
pectoral fins
pectoral girdle
pectoral girdles
pectoral glands
pectoral group of axillary lymph nodes
pectoral medallion

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