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Meaning of CARNALLITE

Pronunciation:  'kâr`nlIt

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a white or reddish mineral consisting of hydrous chlorides of potassium and magnesium; used as a fertilizer and as a source of potassium and magnesium
 
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 See Also: atomic number 12, atomic number 19, atomic number 37, K, magnesium, Mg, mineral, potassium, Rb, rubidium

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Car"nal*lite\, n. [G. carnallit, fr. Von Carnall, a
Prussian.] (Min.)
A hydrous chloride of potassium and magnesium, sometimes
found associated with deposits of rock salt.
 
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