cuprite
noun
cu·prite
ˈkyü-ˌprīt 
ˈkü-
: a red mineral consisting of copper oxide that is a minor ore of copper
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Graphene is easier to understand than complex cuprites, and the researchers believe there’s a good chance that this could be the key to finally finding a superconductor that works closer to room temperature.
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cuprite
noun
cu·prite
ˈk(y)ü-ˌprīt
: a red mineral that is an oxide of copper and an ore of copper
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