chlorite
/ˈklɔraɪt/
noun
- A greenish mineral found in rocks, often formed by the alteration of other minerals.
- The geologist identified chlorite in the rock sample from the mountain.
- Chlorite gives some metamorphic rocks their green color.
- Builders sometimes find chlorite in the stone used for countertops.
- A salt or ester of chlorous acid, used as a disinfectant or bleach.
- The factory produced chlorite for use in industrial bleaching processes.
- Chlorite compounds can be dangerous if not handled properly.
- Sodium chlorite is used in some water treatment systems to kill germs.