01 n. The name of a group of minerals, usually of a green color and micaceous to granular in structure. They are hydrous silicates of alumina, ir…
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The name of a group of minerals, usually of a green color and micaceous to granular in structure. They are hydrous silicates of alumina, iron, and magnesia.(Min.)
Phrases & compounds
Chlorite slate —
a schistose or slaty rock consisting of alumina, iron, and magnesia.