Fluorite: meaning, definitions and examples

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fluorite

 

[ หˆflสŠษ™raษชt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mineral, geology

Fluorite is a colorful mineral, known for its wide range of hues and its isometric crystal structure. It is composed of calcium fluoride and forms in cubic crystals. Fluorite is primarily used in the production of fluorine and has applications in metallurgy, glassmaking, and as a flux in the production of aluminum.

Synonyms

calcium fluoride, fluorspar

Examples of usage

  • The fluorite crystal displayed beautiful shades of purple and green.
  • Mine workers extracted fluorite for industrial use.
  • Fluorite is often found in mineral collections due to its vibrant colors.

Translations

Translations of the word "fluorite" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fluorita

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฒเฅ‹เคฐเคพเค‡เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Fluorit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ fluorit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะปัŽะพั€ะธั‚

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fluoryt

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•luorite

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fluorite

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fluorita

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท floลŸit

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜•์„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูู„ูˆุฑูŠุช

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fluorit

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fluorit

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ค็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ fluorit

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ flรบorรญt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะปัŽะพั€ะธั‚

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒšแƒฃแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ flรผorit

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fluorita

Etymology

The term 'fluorite' comes from the Latin word 'fluere', meaning 'to flow', due to its low melting point and its use as a flux in the smelting of metals. The mineral was first described in the early 19th century and has been widely studied for its diverse crystal shapes and colors. Its importance in industrial applications, particularly in the production of aluminum and in the glass industry, has made it a valuable mineral since its discovery. Fluorite's unique properties and vibrancy have also made it popular among mineral collectors and jewelry makers. Its name reflects its geological significance and its dual role as both a natural mineral and a key ingredient in various industrial processes.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,427, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.