Pronunciation: [jˈʊ͡əɹəlˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
The word "Uralite" is spelled with four syllables: /juːrəlaɪt/. The first syllable is pronounced with a long "u" sound, as in "you." The second syllable contains an unstressed "r" sound followed by a schwa sound. The third syllable is pronounced with a long "a" sound, as in "rhyme." The final syllable contains a stressed "l" sound and an unstressed "t" sound. Uralite is a type of dark green mineral containing iron and calcium.
Uralite is a term used in mineralogy to describe a type of amphibole mineral that forms in metamorphic rocks. It is a member of the hornblende group, which is characterized by its dark coloration, prismatic crystal habit, and mineral composition. Uralite is derived from the name of the Ural Mountains in Russia, where this mineral was first discovered.
Uralite typically occurs as elongated or fibrous crystals that can be green, brown, or black in color. It has a hardness of approximately 5-6 on the Mohs scale and exhibits a cleavage that distinguishes it from other amphibole minerals. The chemical formula of uralite commonly includes calcium, magnesium, iron, aluminum, silicon, and oxygen, with minor amounts of other elements.
In terms of its occurrence, uralite is commonly found in metamorphic rocks such as gneiss, schist, and amphibolite. It forms during the process of regional metamorphism, where pre-existing rocks are subjected to intense heat and pressure, leading to the recrystallization and reorientation of minerals. Uralite can also be found in some igneous rocks, where it crystallizes from a cooling magma.
As a decorative stone, uralite is relatively rare and not widely used. However, its distinctive color and fibrous texture make it a sought-after collector's mineral. Due to its association with metamorphism, uralite can also be used as an indicator of the geological history of a particular region.
A pseudomorphous mineral of a dark-green or greenish-black colour.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The etymology of the word "Uralite" can be traced back to the Ural Mountains, a mountain range in Western Russia. The term is derived from the Ural region, where the mineral Uralite was first discovered. Uralite is a silicate mineral that belongs to the amphibole group and has characteristic fibrous or needle-like crystal formations. Over time, the name of the mineral became associated with the term "Uralite" itself, referring to materials or substances containing Uralite or resembling its fibrous appearance.
