What does fluorspar mean?
Definitions for fluorspar
ˈflu ɔrˌspɑr, -ər-fluorspar
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Princeton's WordNet
fluorite, fluorspar, fluornoun
a soft mineral (calcium fluoride) that is fluorescent in ultraviolet light; chief source of fluorine
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fluorsparnoun
A halide mineral composed of calcium fluoride.
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fluorspar
Fluorspar, also known as fluorite, is a mineral that is primarily composed of calcium fluoride (CaF2). It occurs naturally and is commonly used as a source of fluorine. It is usually colorless, but can also be blue, green, purple, or black. Fluorspar is mainly used in the manufacturing of steel, aluminum, and other metals, as well as in the production of hydrofluoric acid. It can also be used in optical equipment due to its ability to decrease the speed of light in lenses.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of fluorspar in Chaldean Numerology is: 4
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of fluorspar in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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