darapskite

noun

da·​rap·​skite

dəˈrapˌskīt

plural -s

: a mineral Na₃(NO₃)(SO₄). H₂O consisting of a hydrous nitrate and sulfate of sodium

Word History

Etymology

German darapskit, from L. Darapsky, 19th century Chilean scientist + German -it -ite

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