loseyite

noun

lo·​sey·​ite

ˈlōzēˌīt

plural -s

: a mineral (Mn,Zn)₇(CO₃)₂(OH)₁₀ composed of a basic carbonate of manganese and zinc

Word History

Etymology

Samuel R. Losey †1906? American mineral collector + English -ite

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