souzalite

noun

sou·​za·​lite
ˈsōzəˌlīt
plural -s
: a mineral (Mg,Fe)3(Al,Fe)4(PO4)4(OH)6.2H2O consisting of a hydrous basic phosphate of magnesium, iron, and aluminum found with scorzalite in Minas Gerais, Brazil

Word History

Etymology

Antonio J. A. de Souza, 20th century Brazilian mineralogist + English -lite

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“Souzalite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/souzalite. Accessed 6 Oct. 2024.

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