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chlor·​opal | \ (ˈ)klōr¦ōpəl, -lȯ¦rō- \
plural -s

Definition of chloropal

: a yellowish green or greenish yellow clay mineral consisting of hydrous silicate of iron and aluminum and occurring in compact masses or earthy forms resembling opal

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History and Etymology for chloropal

German, from chlor- + opal

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“Chloropal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chloropal. Accessed 26 Sep. 2021.

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