bismutite

/bɪzmjuːtaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare mineral species, a bismuth oxychloride with the chemical formula (BiO)2CO3·H2O.

“The geologist studied the formation of bismutite in the local mine.”

2. noun

A mineral of bismuth and carbonate.

“The collector searched for samples of bismutite in the nearby quarry.”

Synonyms

  • bismuth carbonate
  • bismuth oxychloride

Antonyms

  • none