aragonite

[US]/ˈærəɡɒˌnaɪt/
[UK]/ərəˈɡoʊˌnaɪt/
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Translation

n.A form of calcium carbonate that crystallizes in the orthorhombic system, often found as stalactites and stalagmites.
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Phrases & Collocations

aragonite formation

aragonite crystals

aragonite deposition

aragonite structure

aragonite twinning

identify aragonite

aragonite properties

aragonite and calcite

aragonite in fossils

artificial aragonite production

Example Sentences

the aragonite crystals formed in the ocean.

aragonite is often used in marine aquariums.

many mollusks have shells made of aragonite.

aragonite can be found in limestone deposits.

geologists study aragonite to understand mineral formation.

aragonite is less stable than calcite under certain conditions.

the presence of aragonite indicates a specific environment.

some corals secrete aragonite to build their skeletons.

aragonite is important for carbon cycling in oceans.

researchers are exploring the uses of aragonite in construction.

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