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leptynolite
A fissile or schistose variety of hornfels containing mica, quartz, and feldspar, with or without accessories, such as andalusite and cordierite. The term was originated by Cordier in 1868. Compare: cornubianite.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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