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danburite

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dan·​bur·​ite | \ ˈdanbəˌrīt \
plural -s

Definition of danburite

: a mineral CaB2(SiO4)2 consisting of a calcium borosilicate that is transparent to translucent and in crystal habit resembles topaz

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History and Etymology for danburite

Danbury, Connecticut, its locality + English -ite

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“Danburite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/danburite. Accessed 21 May. 2022.

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