sturtite

noun

sturt·​ite

ˈstərtˌīt

plural -s

: a mineral Mn₃FeSi₄O₁₁(OH)₃.10H₂O(?) consisting of a rare hydrous silicate of iron, manganese, calcium, and magnesium and occurring in black compact masses

Word History

Etymology

Charles Sturt †1869 English explorer + English -ite

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