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am·phi·bole group

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  1. amphibole groupnoun

    a group of minerals with similar crystal structures containing a silicate chain and combinations of chiefly sodium and calcium and magnesium and iron and aluminum

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  1. amphibole group

    The amphibole group is a family of inosilicate minerals comprising over 80 recognized types, which are chemically and structurally similar. They are defined by their double chain silicate structure and typically appear in dark colored, needle-like or prismatic crystals. Amphiboles are rich in iron and magnesium and also contain a variety of other elements including calcium, sodium and aluminum. They are commonly found in igneous and metamorphic rocks. Notable minerals in this group include hornblende, tremolite, and asbestos.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of amphibole group in Chaldean Numerology is: 8

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of amphibole group in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

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