broggerite

/brɒɡəraɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term for a type of igneous rock

“The geologist discovered a unique broggerite sample in the remote mountains.”

2. noun

In some contexts, a broggerite may also refer to a rare earth mineral

“The researchers isolated a broggerite specimen for further study.”

Synonyms

  • igneous rock
  • mineral

Antonyms

  • organic material
  • sedimentary rock