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Magnetite - Dictionary Definition and Overview |
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Magnetite : (noun)
1: an oxide of iron that is strongly attracted by magnets [syn:
magnetic iron-ore]
Based on WordNet 2.0
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Magnetite : \Mag"net*ite\, n. (Min.)
An oxide of iron ({Fe3O4) occurring in isometric crystals,
also massive, of a black color and metallic luster. It is
readily attracted by a magnet and sometimes possesses
polarity, being then called loadstone. It is an important
iron ore. Called also magnetic iron.
Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)
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