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Meaning of POLLUCITE

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [n]  a rare mineral that is an important source of cesium
 
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 See Also: atomic number 37, atomic number 55, caesium, cesium, Cs, mineral, Rb, rubidium

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Pol"lu*cite\, n. [See {Pollux}, and 4th {Castor}.]
(Min.)
A colorless transparent mineral, resembling quartz, occurring
with castor or castorite on the island of Elba. It is a
silicate of alumina and c[ae]sia. Called also {pollux}.
 
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