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Vocabulary Entry
strontianite
|noun
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noun
A mineral consisting of strontium carbonate, used in the manufacture of fireworks and glass.
Example Sentences
"Strontianite is often found in sedimentary rocks."
"The geologist collected samples of strontianite for further analysis."
"Due to its strontium content, strontianite can sometimes be mistaken for calcite."