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A Mineral The Thing Put In A Dish Crossword Clue
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APATITE which was last seen in the The Guardian Cryptic crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
APATITE
Updated: October 14, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "APATITE" which means:
- noun
- • A common complex mineral consisting of calcium fluoride phosphate or calcium chloride phosphate; a source of phosphorus
An example sentence would be:
- • "The jeweler used apatite gemstones to create a beautiful necklace."
- • "Scientists often study the chemical composition of apatite to understand earth's geological processes."
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