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Orthoclase

Description:

• Orthoclase is a type of feldspar mineral, which is commonly found in igneous rocks such as granite.
• It belongs to the monoclinic crystal system and has a chemical composition of KAlSi₃O₈.
• Orthoclase is characterized by its pink to salmon-colored appearance.
• It is also known as "potassium feldspar" due to its high potassium content.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: A commonly occurring mineral that forms an essential component of many rocks.

Sample Sentence:

The granite in this area contains several minerals, including orthoclase.

Sense 2:

Adjective: Pertaining to or containing orthoclase.

Sample Sentence:

The jeweler created a beautiful necklace using orthoclase beads.

Sense 3:

Verb: To process or utilize orthoclase in various industrial applications.

Sample Sentence:

The factory orthoclases the mineral to produce ceramics.

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