apachite

/ˌæpəˈtʃaɪt, ˌæpɑːˈtʃiːt/

Definitions

1. noun

A mineral, a hydrated potassium iron phosphate, KFe2(PO4)2·4H2O; a deep red to reddish-brown mineral found in iron deposits.

“The geologist studied the apachite deposits in the old mine.”

Synonyms

  • potassium iron phosphate
  • red iron phosphate

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • silicate