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eu·​chlo·​rin | \ yüˈklōrə̇n, ˈyüklər- \
plural -s

Definition of euchlorin

: a mineral (K,Na)8Cu9(SO4)10(OH)6 composed of a basic sulfate of copper, sodium, and potassium found in lava at Vesuvius

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History and Etymology for euchlorin

Italian euclorina, from Greek euchlōros greenish (from eu- + chlōros greenish yellow) + Italian -ina -ine; from the color

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“Euchlorin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/euchlorin. Accessed 20 Apr. 2021.

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