n. A yellow to dark brown mica, K(Mg,Fe)3AlSi3O10(OH)2, used in insulation. [Greek phlogōpos, fiery-looking (phlox, phlog-, flame; see bhel-1 in the Appendix of Indo-European roots + ōps, ōp-, eye, face; see okw- in the Appendix of Indo-European roots) + -ITE1.] |
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