Minerals Word Search — Easy

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Minerals word list, defined

ALKYL /ˈælkaɪl/ · noun
A univalent hydrocarbon radical derived from an alkane by the removal of one hydrogen atom, having the general formula CnH2n+1 and written R– when attached to another atom or group.
ALDOL /ˈæl.dɒl/ · noun
A colourless, viscous organic compound, 3-hydroxybutanal (CH₃CH(OH)CH₂CHO), formed by the self-addition of acetaldehyde and used as an intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals. Related: 3-hydroxybutanal, β-hydroxybutyraldehyde.
DACITE /ˈdeɪsaɪt/ · noun
A fine-grained, light-coloured extrusive volcanic rock of intermediate to felsic composition, consisting chiefly of plagioclase feldspar with quartz and smaller amounts of mafic minerals; chemically it is the volcanic equivalent of granodiorite.
MELT /mɛlt/ · verb
To change from a solid to a liquid state, typically as a result of heating. To become soft or weak, often as a result of heat or emotion. Related: dissolve, liquefy, soften, thaw.
JASPER /dʒæspər/ · noun
A type of quartz gemstone, typically red or orange in color. It is often used in jewelry and decorative objects. Related: agate, onyx, carnelian, jasperite.
MUDROCK /ˈmʌdrɒk/ · noun
A type of sedimentary rock that is composed of a mixture of clay and silt-sized particles, often with a high concentration of iron and magnesium minerals. Related: claystone, shale, argillite.
AMIDE /ˈæmaɪd/ · noun
An organic compound derived from a carboxylic acid in which the hydroxyl group is replaced by an amino group (or substituted amino group), containing the functional group –CONH₂ or related forms. More broadly in inorganic chemistry, any compound formally derived from ammonia by replacing hydrogen with a metal or other element. Related: carboxamide, amide compound, acid amide.

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