krausite

noun

kraus·​ite

ˈkrau̇ˌsīt

plural -s

: a mineral KFe(SO₄)₂.H₂O consisting of a hydrous sulfate of potassium and iron

Word History

Etymology

Edward Henry Kraus †1973 American mineralogist + English -ite

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