spathic

[ spath-ik ]

adjective

, Mineralogy.

1. like spar.

spathic

/ ˈspæθɪk; ˈspæθəʊs /

adjective

1. (of minerals) resembling spar, esp in having good cleavage

Word History and Origins

Origin of spathic¹

1780–90; < German Spat (earlier spelling Spath ) spar + -ic

Word History and Origins

Origin of spathic¹

C18: from German Spat, Spath spar ³; related to Old High German spān chip; see spoon

Example Sentences

Spathic Iron Ore.—Carbonate of iron, when found in a comparatively pure and crystallized state, is known as spathic or sparry.

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It was early known as spathose iron, spathic iron or steel ore.

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It is obtained from hmatite and spathic ore, coke being used for the smelting.

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Siderite, or spathic iron ore, FeCO3, crystallizes in the rhombohedral system and contains 48.28% of iron.

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