chapmanite

noun

chap·​man·​ite

ˈchapməˌnīt

plural -s

: a mineral Fe₅Sb₂Si₅O₂₀.2H₂O consisting of a silicate of iron and antimony

Word History

Etymology

Edward Chapman †1904 English mineralogist + English -ite

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