lindackerite

noun

lin·​dack·​er·​ite
linˈdakəˌrīt
plural -s
: a light green mineral Cu6Ni3(AsO4)4(SO4)(OH)4.5H2O consisting of a hydrous basic nickel copper sulfate and arsenate and occurring either as tabular crystals or massive

Word History

Etymology

German lindackerit, from Joseph Lindacker, 19th century Austrian chemist who analyzed it + German -it -ite

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“Lindackerite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lindackerite. Accessed 13 Dec. 2024.

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