mooreite
noun
moore·ite
\ˈmu̇ˌrīt, ˈmōˌ-, ˈmȯˌ-\
Definition of mooreite
-s
: a mineral (Mg,Zn,Mn)8(SO4)(OH)144H2O consisting of a hydrous basic sulfate of magnesium, zinc, and manganese
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Origin and Etymology of mooreite
Gideon E. Moore †1895 American chemist + English -ite
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