allophane

noun

allophane

noun

/ˈæl.əˌfeɪn/

Etymology From allo- + -phane.

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Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mineralogy, Natural sciences, Physical sciences An amorphous hydrous aluminium silicate clay mineral

Related terms
allophanic

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