carminite

/kɑːrmɪnaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A reddish-brown to black lead sulfide mineral, Pb5FeS8, often found in hydrothermal veins.

“The geologist examined the carminite specimen under a microscope to study its unique crystal structure.”

Synonyms

  • lead sulfide
  • pyromorphite

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • silicate