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"Orthoclase" Definition

noun

A variety of feldspar, essentially potassium aluminum silicate, KAlSi3O8, characterized by a monoclinic crystalline structure and found in igneous or granitic rock. Also called potash feldspar.
A monoclinic mineral of the feldspar group consisting of a silicate of potassium and aluminum.
A common rock-forming mineral occurring typically as white or pink crystals. It is a potassium-rich alkali feldspar and is used in ceramics and glass-making.

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