kaolinite
/ˈkeɪəlɪnaɪt/
noun
- A soft white or light-colored clay mineral used in making porcelain, paper, paint, and other products.
- Kaolinite is a key ingredient in the production of glossy paper for magazines.
- Geologists found a large deposit of kaolinite in the riverbank clay.
- The pottery studio uses kaolinite to create fine porcelain dishes.