"forstorite" meaning in English

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Noun

Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} forstorite (uncountable)
  1. (mineralogy) A white orthorhombic silicate Mg₂SiO₄ that is usually found in isomorphic mixtures with fayalite to form olivine, chrysolite, or peridot. Tags: uncountable Categories (topical): Minerals
    Sense id: en-forstorite-en-noun-x5Hdmfo1 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: chemistry, geography, geology, mineralogy, natural-sciences, physical-sciences

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