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freirinite

noun, often capitalized
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frei·​ri·​nite | \ frāˈrēˌnīt \
plural -s

Definition of freirinite

: a mineral Na3Cu3(AsO4)2(OH)3.H2O consisting of a basic hydrous arsenate of sodium and copper

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History and Etymology for freirinite

Freirina, north central Chile, its locality + English -ite

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“Freirinite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freirinite. Accessed 1 Mar. 2021.

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