ramsayite

noun

ram·​say·​ite

ˈramzēˌīt

plural -s

: a mineral Na₂Ti₂Si₂O₉ consisting of a silicate of titanium and sodium

Word History

Etymology

Sir Andrew C. Ramsay †1891 British geologist + English -ite

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