noun
- a white or colorless mineral consisting of hydrated sodium calcium borate, often found in fibrous masses with optical properties
Usage: mineralogy
Examples
- The geologist identified the specimen as ulexites based on its fibrous structure.
- Ulexites crystals can transmit light along their length like fiber optic cables.
- The mineral collection included a sample of ulexites from the California desert.
- Children were amazed when text appeared to float on top of the ulexites specimen.
- Ulexites deposits are commonly found in dry lake beds and desert regions.
- The optical properties of ulexites make it popular among mineral collectors.