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kernite

/ˈkɜːr.naɪt/

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noun

/ˈkɜːr.naɪt/C1formalscientific
  • ruЛегкий мягкий минерал, состоящий из гидратированного бората натрия в кристаллической форме, используемый как важный источник бора.

A light soft mineral consisting of hydrated sodium borate in crystalline form, used as an important source of boron.

  1. Boron mineralC2formalscientific

    A light, soft, crystalline mineral composed of hydrated sodium borate, used as a primary source of boron.

    ruКернит

    • Kernite is often mined in arid regions for boron extraction.
    • The geologist identified the sample as pure kernite.
    • Boron derived from kernite is used in glass and ceramics manufacturing.
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  • kernites plural form
  • kernites' possessive plural form
  • kernite's possessive singular form