Actinolitic

/ækˌtɪnəˈlɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to, containing, or having the properties of actinolite mineral.

Etymology

From actinolite plus the adjectival suffix -ic, meaning 'of or relating to actinolite.'

Kelly Says

Geologists can identify rocks as actinolitic by the telltale needle-like green crystals radiating through the stone—it's like nature stamped the rock with its own signature.

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