chrysotile
nounUS /ˈkɹɪs.ə.tɪl/
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Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Mineralogy, Natural sciences, Physical sciences A fibrous silicate mineral with the chemical formula Mg₃(Si₂O₅)(OH)₄; a form of serpentine asbestos.
- Derived terms
- orthochrysotile, parachrysotile