ransomite

noun

ran·​som·​ite

ˈran(t)səˌmīt

plural -s

: a mineral Cu(Fe,Al)₂(SO₄)₄.7H₂O consisting of hydrous sulfate of copper, iron, and aluminum

Word History

Etymology

Frederick L. Ransome †1935 American mining geologist + English -ite

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