Definition

A type of mineral that contains water and is made of aluminum and silicon, often used for filtering and exchanging ions in various processes.

Example

Zeolites are commonly used in water treatment to remove impurities.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of zeolite?

Yeah, I think it's used for water filtration, right?

Exactly! It's quite fascinating how it acts as a natural filter.

I should look into it; it sounds really useful for our garden.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Zeolite is derived from the Greek roots "zeo" (meaning to boil) and "lithos" (meaning stone). The term refers to a group of minerals that can absorb water and expand when heated, resembling the action of boiling.

Memory Tip

Think of 'boiling' ('zeo') and 'stone' ('lithos') to remember that zeolite refers to a mineral that expands like boiling water.

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