shandite

noun

shand·​ite

ˈshanˌdīt

plural -s

: a mineral Ni₃Pb₂S₂ consisting of sulfide of nickel and lead and occurring in rhombohedral crystals near Trial Harbour, Tasmania

Word History

Etymology

James S. Shand †1957 British geologist + English -ite

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