natrolite


na·tro·lite

noun \ˈnā-trə-ˌlīt\

Definition of NATROLITE

: a hydrous silicate of sodium and aluminum that is related to zeolite

Origin of NATROLITE

German Natrolith, from Natron (from French) + -lith -lite
First Known Use: circa 1805

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