emmonsite

noun

em·​mons·​ite

ˈemənˌzīt

plural -s

: a mineral Fe₂Te₃O₉.2H₂O consisting of a hydrous oxide of iron and tellurium

Word History

Etymology

Samuel F. Emmons †1911 American geologist + English -ite

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