Definition

A type of mineral that is made up of a mixture of two specific minerals called gehlenite and akermanite.

Example

Melilite is often found in volcanic rocks and is important for studying geological processes.

Conversation

I just read about a mineral called melilite in my geology class.

Oh really? What makes melilite interesting?

It's a solid solution of gehlenite and akermanite, which is pretty unique.

That sounds fascinating! I love learning about different minerals.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Melilite is derived from the Greek word "meli" (meaning honey) and the suffix "-lite" (meaning stone). The word refers to a mineral that has a honey-like color or appearance, resembling the hue of honey.

Memory Tip

Think of the Greek word for honey, 'meli', to remember that melilite is a mineral that looks like honey.

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