whewellite

noun

whew·​ell·​ite
ˈhyüəˌlīt
plural -s
: a mineral CaC2O4.H2O consisting of calcium oxalate occurring in colorless or white monoclinic crystals polymorphous with weddellite

Word History

Etymology

William Whewell †1866 English philosopher + English -ite

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“Whewellite.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whewellite. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.

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