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Noun: amphibole group  'am-fi,bówl groop
  1. A group of minerals with similar crystal structures containing a silicate chain and combinations of chiefly sodium and calcium and magnesium and iron and aluminium
    "Asbestos is a well-known member of the amphibole group"

Derived forms: amphibole groups

Type of: mineral

Encyclopedia: Amphibole group