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apatite
nounfemininetechnicaluncommon/ɐpɐˈtitɨ/a·pa·ti·te
Definition
1A phosphate mineral, an important source of phosphorus, with formula Ca5(PO4)3(F,Cl,OH).
Usage examples
“Apatite is a common mineral in igneous rocks.”
“Apatite deposits are mined for fertilizer production.”
Common combinations
apatite crystalsapatite deposits