What is another word for amphibole?
Pronunciation: [amfˈɪbə͡ʊl] (IPA) 
Amphibole is a group of minerals that belong to the silicate family, characterized by a double chain of tetrahedrons interlinked through their oxygen atoms. The term amphibole is often used interchangeably with hornblende. However, hornblende refers to a specific mineral in the amphibole group rather than the group itself. Other members of the amphibole group include tremolite, actinolite, and anthophyllite. While all amphiboles share a similar crystal structure, they can vary in color, shape, and the minerals they form with. These minerals are often found in igneous and metamorphic rocks and can have both practical and ornamental uses.
