thenardite

noun

the·​nard·​ite
thə̇ˈnärˌdīt
plural -s
: a mineral Na2SO4 consisting of native anhydrous sodium sulfate and occurring in white or brownish crystals, masses, or crusts often in connection with salt lakes

Word History

Etymology

French thénardite, from Baron Louis J. Thénard †1857 French chemist + French -ite

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“Thenardite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thenardite. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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