About The Word Leucite
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Leucite
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What's The Definition Of Leucite?Synonyms | Synonyms for Leucite: Related Terms | Find terms related to Leucite: See Also | Leucite In Webster's Dictionary \Leu"cite\ (l[=u]"s[imac]t), n. [Gr. leyko`s white: cf.
F. leucite.]
1. (Min.) A mineral having a glassy fracture, occurring in
translucent trapezohedral crystals. It is a silicate of
alumina and potash. It is found in the volcanic rocks of
Italy, especially at Vesuvius.
2. (Bot.) A leucoplast.
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