| microlite | <chemical> 1. A rare mineral of resinous luster and high specific gravity. It is a tantalate of calcium, and occurs in octahedral crystals usually very minute. 2. <chemical> A minute inclosed crystal, often observed when minerals or rocks are examined in thin sections under the microscope. Origin: Micro-. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| microliter | One-millionth of a liter. (05 Mar 2000) |