caswellite

/ˈkæswɛlaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare earth mineral, a phosphate of lanthanum, cerium, and other lanthanides, occurring in the United States.

“The geologist studied the caswellite deposits in the area.”

Synonyms

  • lanthanide mineral
  • rare earth mineral

Antonyms

  • common earth mineral
  • non-rare earth compound