Chlorite /(?)/
Chlo·rite
Chlorite
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, iron, and magnesia. (Min.)
Phrases & Compounds
- Chlorite slate
- a schistose or slaty rock consisting of alumina, iron, and magnesia.
Chlorite
n.
- Any salt of chlorous acid; as, chlorite of sodium. (Chem.)