corundophilite

noun

co·​run·​doph·​i·​lite
kəˌrənˈdäfəˌlīt,
ˌkȯ(ˌ)rə-
plural -s
: a chlorite (Mg,Fe)3(Al,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)8 consisting of magnesium, iron, aluminum hydroxyl silicate

Word History

Etymology

corundum + -o- + -phil + -ite; from its occurrence together with corundum in one locality

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“Corundophilite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/corundophilite. Accessed 15 Oct. 2024.

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