pollucite
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(pə′lü′sīt)
(mineralogy) (Cs,Na)2Al2Si4O12·H2O A colorless, transparent zoolite mineral composed of hydrous silicate of cesium, sodium, and aluminum, occurring massive or in cubes; used as a gemstone. Also known as pollux.
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IN BRIEF: n. - A rare mineral that is an important source of cesium.
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