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celadonite
noun
cel·a·don·ite
\ˈselədənˌīt\
Definition of celadonite
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: a soft green earthy mineral consisting of silicate of iron, magnesium, and potassium
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Origin and Etymology of celadonite
probably from German seladonit, from seladon celadon green (from French céladon) + -it -ite
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