gaylussite

noun

gay·​lus·​site

ˈgāləˌsīt

plural -s

: a mineral Na₂Ca(CO₃)₂.5H₂O consisting of a yellowish white translucent hydrous carbonate of calcium and sodium

Word History

Etymology

French, from J. L. Gay-Lussac + French -ite

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