bobierrite
noun
bo·bi·er·rite
\ˈbōbēəˌrīt\
Definition of bobierrite
-s
: a mineral Mg3(PO4)2.8H2O consisting of hydrous magnesium phosphate occurring massive or in crystals in guano
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Origin and Etymology of bobierrite
French from Pierre A. Bobierre †1881 French chemist + French -ite
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