Hornblende: meaning, definitions and examples

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hornblende

 

[ หˆhษ”rnหŒblษ›nd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mineral composition

Hornblende is a common and important mineral of the amphibole group and is characterized by its complex silicate structure. It typically occurs in igneous and metamorphic rocks and is recognized for its dark green to black color. The mineral often appears in granite and diorite, contributing to the overall composition and texture of these rocks. Hornblende is significant not only for its geological applications but also for understanding the conditions of rock formation.

Synonyms

amphibole, hornblende rock

Examples of usage

  • The granite contained a significant amount of hornblende.
  • Geologists often study hornblende to reveal the history of rock formation.
  • Hornblende crystal structures can indicate the temperature and pressure conditions during metamorphism.

Translations

Translations of the word "hornblende" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hornblende

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเฅ‰เคฐเฅเคจเคฌเฅเคฒเฅ‡เค‚เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hornblende

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hornblende

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะพั€ะฝะฑะปะตะฝะด

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hornblende

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ›ใƒซใƒณใƒ–ใƒฌใƒณใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hornblende

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hornblende

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hornblende

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ˜ผ๋ธ”๋ Œ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู‡ูˆุฑู†ุจู„ูŠู†ุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hornblende

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hornblende

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ง’้—ช็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hornblende

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hornblende

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะพั€ะฝะฑะปะตะฝะด

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒแƒ แƒœแƒ‘แƒšแƒ”แƒœแƒ“แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hornblende

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hornblende

Etymology

The term 'hornblende' originates from the German word 'Hornblende', which means 'horn' (from 'Horn') and 'blende' (which refers to a variety of minerals that are commonly shiny or lustrous). The name reflects the mineral's horn-like appearance and its association with other blende minerals. It was first identified in the late 18th century by miners and geologists in Europe, as they examined the diverse mineral compositions of the region's geological formations. Over time, the study of hornblende has expanded, leading to a greater understanding of its role in various rock types and geological processes. The systematic study of hornblende also contributed to the broader field of mineralogy, helping to classify other amphiboles and establishing connections between mineral features and environmental conditions during rock formation. As a result, hornblende remains a subject of interest in both academic research and practical geology.