carpholite

/kɑːrfoʊlaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare mineral species, zinc iron selenide, with the chemical formula Zn8(Se,S)2-Fe2S4.

“The geologist discovered the presence of carpholite in the newly excavated mine.”

Synonyms

  • rare mineral
  • zinc iron selenide

Antonyms

  • common mineral
  • widespread substance