philipstadite

noun

phil·​ip·​stad·​ite
ˈfilə̇pˌstäˌdīt
plural -s
: a mineral approximately Ca2(Fe, Mg)5(Si, Al)8O22(OH)2 consisting of silicate of calcium, iron, magnesium, and aluminum and belonging to the amphibole group

Word History

Etymology

Philipstad, Sweden, its locality + English -ite

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“Philipstadite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/philipstadite. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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