torreyite

noun

tor·​rey·​ite

-ēˌīt

plural -s

: a mineral (Mg,Mn,Zn)₇(SO₄)(OH)₁₂.4H₂O consisting of a basic hydrous sulfate of magnesium, manganese, and zinc

Word History

Etymology

John Torrey †1873 + English -ite

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