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bobierrite

noun
bo·bi·er·rite | \ ˈbōbēəˌrīt \
plural -s

Definition of bobierrite 

: a mineral Mg3(PO4)2.8H2O consisting of hydrous magnesium phosphate occurring massive or in crystals in guano

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History and Etymology for bobierrite

French from Pierre A. Bobierre †1881 French chemist + French -ite

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