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pyrophyllite
pyrophyllite [ prō fíllīt ]


noun 
Definition:
 
silvery-white or greenish mineral: a silvery-white or greenish mineral that is similar to talc in structure but contains hydrous aluminium silicate. Source: metamorphic rocks.
[Early 19th century. < German Pyrophyllit< Greek pur 'fire' + phullon 'leaf'; because it exfoliates when exposed to flame]
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