ALL meanings of vermiculite
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V v - noun vermiculite any of a group of platy minerals, hydrous silicates of aluminum, magnesium, and iron, that expand markedly on being heated: used in the expanded state for heat insulation and as a plant growth medium. 1
- noun vermiculite type of mineral 1
- noun vermiculite any of a group of micaceous minerals consisting mainly of hydrated silicate of magnesium, aluminium, and iron: on heating they expand and exfoliate and in this form are used in heat and sound insulation, fireproofing, and as a bedding medium for young plants 0
- noun vermiculite any of a number of very soft, monoclinic, hydrous silicate minerals resulting usually from alterations of mica and occurring in tiny, leafy scales that expand greatly when heated: used for insulation, water adsorption, etc. 0
- noun vermiculite (mineralogy) A hydrated silicate mineral which expands on heating; it is used in insulation and as a medium for planting. 0