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langite

noun
lang·​ite | \ˈlaŋˌīt\
plural -s

Definition of langite 

: a mineral Cu4(SO4)(OH)6.H2O (?) composed of a basic hydrous sulfate of copper

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History and Etymology for langite

Victor von Lang †1921 Austrian physicist + English -ite

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